Itch Guard Plus 1 Percent Cream 20 gm

Prescription status:

Prescription required

Manufacturer Name:

Reckitt Benckiser

Drug classification: 

Topical antifungals

What is this used for:

• Athlete's foot
• Ringworm infection
• Jock itch
• Other fungal skin infections

When to not take this medicine:

• Hypersensitivity/Known Allergy to terbinafine

How should I take the medicine?

Apply this medicine to the affected area after washing the affected area and let it dry or as directed by the physician. Do not apply this medicine in small or larger amounts than recommended.

How this medicine works:

This medicine helps in the treatment of infections caused by certain fungi and yeast. This is an effective antifungal medicine for infections.

Side effects

• Yellowing of skin (unknown)
• Skin rashes (unknown)
• Dryness (unknown)
• Itching (unknown)
• Burning (unknown)
• Tingling (unknown)
• Skin irritation (unknown)

Pregnancy warning: 

Category B

Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

Lactation warning:

Use of this medicine is not recommended for lactating and breastfeeding mothers unless absolutely necessary. Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Renal dose adjustments:

Since this medicine is a topical dosage form, it may not affect or cause damage to the kidneys and its functions. If you experience any unusual signs and symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

Hepatic dose adjustments:

Since this medicine is a topical dosage form, it may not affect or cause damage to the liver and its functions. If you experience any unusual signs and symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

Drug interactions:

This medication may not interact with other medications as it is used only externally on the skin. There may a chance of interaction with other topical medications or long-term use of other topical medicines. It is always advisable to consult your doctor before using this medicine along with other topical medicines. 

Alcohol interactions:

Consumption of alcohol may not affect or worsen the health condition but it is always recommended not to consume alcohol while taking any medications.

Food interactions:

N/A

Expert Advice:

1. This medicine is not recommended to use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy of this medication are not clinically established.
2. It is recommended to use this medication only after the advice from your doctor.
3. This medicine is only recommended for external use only.

Missed dose instructions:

Apply this medicine as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost the for your next dose skip the dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose Instructions:

Seek emergency treatment or contact your physician in case if you experience any unusual signs and symptoms during the treatment with this medicine.

Storage Instructions:

Store the medicine in a cool and dry place. Keep the medicine away from the reach of the children

References:

1. [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2020 [cited 19 October 2020]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/1999/20846s001lbl.pdf
2. [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2020 [cited 19 October 2020]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/1999/20846s001lbl.pdf

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Keep away from direct sunlight

Store in a dry place