Oxifun is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oxifun is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Oxifun via licking.
Medicine Overview of Oxifun 1gm/100gm Cream
Introduction
Oxifun is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm and dry, flaky skin. Oxifun should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the cream for longer...
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Uses of Oxifun
Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Oxifun
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Oxifun
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Oxifun works
Oxifun is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
What if you forget to take Oxifun?
If you miss a dose of Oxifun, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Oxifun helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
Some tips for personal hygiene:
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Topical/Cutaneous
Tinea cruris; Tinea corporis; Tinea pedis
Adult: Apply 1% cream once or bid.
Duration of treatment: 2 wk for tinea corporis and tinea cruris or 1 mth for tinea pedis.
Pityriasis versicolor
Adult: As 1% cream: Apply to affected areas once daily for 2 wk.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Oxiconazole, a synthetic azole antifungal, is usually fungistatic but may be fungicidal in high concentrations. It exerts its antifungal activity by interfering w/ ergosterol synthesis and altering cellular membranes. It also has some antibacterial activity against aerobic gm+ve organisms.
Precaution
Pregnancy and lactation. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue if irritation or sensitisation occurs. Cross-sensitisation with other imidazole derivatives may occur.
Lactation: distributed into milk; use with caution in nursing women
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