Econazole
Information about Econazole
Econazole uses
Econazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
How econazole works
Econazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects of econazole
Itching, Erythema (skin redness), Burning sensation, Stinging sensation
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Expert advice for Econazole
- Your doctor has prescribed Econazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Frequently asked questions for Econazole
Econazole
Q. What is Econazole? What is it used for?
Econazole is an antifungal medicine applied on the skin to treat superficial fungal infections. It can be used in fungal infections caused by dermatophytes (fungus causing ringworm like infections) and yeast. Econazole acts by preventing the growth of the fungus by stopping formation of essential components of fungal membrane responsible for structural and functional changes leading to abnormal cell wall synthesis, hence halting the growth of the fungal infection.
Q. How to use Econazole?
Before using Econazole, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Econazole gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. My itching is gone, so can I stop using Econazole?
You must complete the course of treatment even if the irritation is gone. Econazole is an antifungal medication and treats fungal infections of the skin. In fungal infection of the skin, the fungus stays in the layers of the skin. So, even though the medication may clear the symptoms in a few days, the infection can be present in deeper layers of the skin. You may need to keep applying this medicine for 4-6 weeks.