Phytoral Ointment
Brand Name | Phytoral Ointment |
Salt Composition |
Ketoconazole (2%w/w) |
Product Form | Ointments |
Pack | 30gm in 1 tube |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Antifungal |
SubCategory |
anti-fungal |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Micro Labs Ltd |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Micro Labs Ltd, No 27, Race Course Road, Bangalore - 560001 India |
You Save : Rs.31.20 Inclusive of all taxes
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Ketoconazole
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine on the scalp that is broken or inflamed
- Irritation
- Stinging
- Pruritus
- Dry skin
- Burning
- Is Phytoral ointment a steroid?
- For how long do I need to use Phytoral ointment?
- Is Phytoral ointment safe?
- This medicine is used for external applications. Follow the direction mentioned in the label if you did not understand the application kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain the details.
- Clean the affected area with water and allow them to dry. Wash your hands before and after you applied the ointment. Do not bandage the affected area unless your doctor advises you to cover the infection. It may lead to serious side effects.
- Kindly discontinue the medicine if you have experienced irritation
- The use of this medicine may cause angioedema
- It is used for external use only
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
- After bathing dry the affected area
- Avoid wearing socks made from wool instead of wear cotton socks and frequently change the socks.
- Wear sandals
- Use talcum or antifungal powder between the toes and feet once or twice daily.
- After bathing dry the groin area
- Avoid wearing tight underwear made from rayon and nylon
- Wear cotton and loose-fitting underwear
- Use talcum or antifungal powder on the groin area once or twice daily
- Dry the infected area after you take a bath
- Avoid humidity and heat
- Maintain the affected area with moisture
- Wear loose-fitting cloth
- Use talcum or antifungal powder on the affected area once or twice daily
- You have an allergy to the composition of the medicine
- You are using concomitant medication
- You have a history of skin infection
- You have irritation after applying the ointment
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag
- Phytoral ointment contains Ketoconazole 2%w/w is used to treat fungal skin infection
- It is used for external applications only
- Do not apply this medicine to the dry, unbroken scalp
- Avoid getting contact with eyes, mouth, and nose
- Kindly consult with your doctor if you have experience burning, itching, and redness
- Wash your hands before or after the application of the ointment
Medical Description of Phytoral Ointment
Phytoral ointment contains Ketoconazole 2%w/w is a topical anti-fungal drug is used for external application. It produces fungicidal activity. It is used to treat fungal skin infections. It produces its action by killing the fungus that causes infection.
Phytoral Ointment Uses
It is used in the treatment of the following fungal skin infections.
Phytoral Ointment Benefits
Tinea versicolor
It is also called pityriasis Versicolor. It is a fungal infection that causes discolored patches on the skin. It is caused by Pityrosporum. Symptoms include patches of skin discoloration, itching, and scaling.
Tinea pedis
It is also called an athlete’s foot this fungal infection usually occurs between the toes. It is caused by dermatophyte and trichophyton rubum. Symptoms include scaly, peeling skin between the toes, burning, blisters, itching, dry skin, and inflamed skin.
Tinea corporis
It is a fungal infection that usually occurs in the skin, scalp, groin, palm, and soles. It is caused by a dermatophyte.
Tinea cruris
It is also called a jock itch. It is a fungal infection that occurs in the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks. It is caused by mold-like parasites from human to human, animal to human, object to human, and soil to human. Symptoms include overlapping rings, itching, and scaly skin.
Cutaneous candidiasis
It is a fungal infection that occurs in nails and skin. It is caused by Candida albicans. Symptoms include rash, redness, discoloration, and detachment of the nail from the nail bed.
Seborrheic dermatitis
It is a common skin condition that affects your oily regions such as scalp, face, eyebrows, ears, eyelid, and chest. It is caused by a fungus called Malassezia. Symptoms include itching, red skin, dandruff, and skin patches.
Phytoral Ointment Indication
The Phytoral ointment is prescribed in the following indications as tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea pedis, and cutaneous candidiasis.
Mechanism of action of Phytoral Ointment
Phytoral ointment contains Ketoconazole 2%w/w, which is a topical antifungal agent. It produces its action by impairing the ergosterol synthesis by inhibiting 14 alpha-demethylase enzyme which alters the cell membrane this leads to increased permeability and kills the fungus that causes infection
How Phytoral Ointment works
Phytoral ointment contains Ketoconazole 2%w/w, which is a topical antifungal agent. It produces its action by killing and inhibiting the growth of fungi by destroying its cell membranes.
Phytoral Ointment Contraindication
Phytoral Ointment Side Effects
FAQs for Phytoral Ointment
No, Phytoral ointment is a topical anti-fungal agent, it kills the fungus that causes infection
Use the medicine as per your doctor's advice. Use 2 to 4 weeks for jock’s itch and 2 to 6 weeks for athlete’s foot. Without consulting with a doctor do not stop this medicine on your own.
Yes, it is safe to apply for this medicine if you have taken the medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor if you have experienced any side effects.
Precautions and general warning of Phytoral Ointment
Alcohol
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established.
Driving or operating machinery
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established.
Pregnancy
The use of this medicine is considered unsafe during pregnancy because it may produce any harmful effects on the fetus. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
The use of this medicine is considered safe during breastfeeding because it does not excrete via breast milk. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Kidney Problem
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established.
Liver Disease
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established.
How to Take Phytoral Ointment
Use of Phytoral Ointment in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Phytoral Ointment in children
It is considered unsafe to use this medicine in children who are below 12 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Phytoral Ointment in Elderly Patients
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an elderly patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Other general warnings
The patient who is using Phytoral ointment for athlete’s foot
The patient who is using Phytoral ointment for jock itch
The patient who is using Phytoral ointment for ringworm infection
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General instructions
Ketoconazole is a topical anti-fungal drug is used for external application. It produces fungicidal activity. It is used to treat fungal skin infections. It produces its action by killing the fungus that causes infection.
Drug Interaction of Phytoral Ointment
Drug-Drug Interaction
Since it is used for external applications, there is less chance for interaction. Kindly consult with your doctor if you are using any concomitant medication.
Drug-Food Interaction
No data available consult with your doctor.
Drug-Disease Interaction
Asthma
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of topical ketoconazole has sodium sulfite that may cause allergy and life-threatening asthma in specific people.
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose of this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
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