Luliconazole topical

Luliconazole is used to treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot; fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), tinea cruris (jock itch; fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks), and tinea corporis (ringworm; fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body). Luliconazole is in a class of antifungal medications called azoles. It works by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection.

Before using luliconazole,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to luliconazole, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in luliconazole cream. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had any medical condition.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using luliconazole, call your doctor.

Luliconazole topical is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Luliconazole topical (for the skin) is used on adults to treat athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis).

Luliconazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

You should not use luliconazole topical if you are allergic to it.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether luliconazole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Luliconazole topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, mouth, or vagina.

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Pedis:

Apply a thin layer to the affected area and about 1 inch of the immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for 2 weeks

Use: For the topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis due to Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Corporis:

Apply to the affected area and about 1 inch of the immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for 1 week

Uses: For the topical treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis due to T rubrum and E floccosum

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Cruris:

Apply to the affected area and about 1 inch of the immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for 1 week

Uses: For the topical treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis due to T rubrum and E floccosum

This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless your doctor directs you to do so. A different medication may be necessary in that case.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.Information last revised July 2016. Copyright(c) 2016 First Databank, Inc.