Fungiket Soap 75gm

Fungiket Soap is an antifungal medicated soap. It is used for the treatment of topical fungal infections. It contains ketoconazole as the active ingredient.

It works by inhibiting the growth of the fungus on the skin. {cb}} Soap should be used as recommended by your doctor. Fungal infections are usually mild but can make one feel very uncomfortable.

To get the best results and prevent the infection from spreading to other body parts you should follow certain hygiene practices while using this soap. Always wash your hands after touching the infected area, wear clean and dry clothes, keep the infected area clean, avoid sharing personal items with others and be careful while in communal areas.

Dosage

Overdose

The chances of an overdose are unlikely because this is meant for topical application. But if you happen to apply this soap too many times and you experience any undesirable effects, seek medical advice immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Fungiket Soap works by inhibiting the formation of components that is very essential for the growth of the fungi, resulting in killing the fungus.

Directions for Use

• Wet the affected area and apply Fungiket Soap generously.
• Gently work up the lather using a circular motion.
• Rinse with water and repeat if desired.
• Avoid applying this soap on open wounds, broken skin, chapped, irritated or sunburned skin.
• If it gets into your eyes, mouth or nose, wash it immediately.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Fungiket Soap during pregnancy?

There is limited information available regarding the safety of the usage of Fungiket Soap on pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Fungiket Soap while breastfeeding?

There is limited information available regarding the safety of the usage of Fungiket Soap in lactating mothers. Avoid using it in areas near the breast in case it is prescribed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have appliedFungiket Soap?

Fungiket Soap is applied topically on skin, so it is less likely to affect your driving ability.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol when I use Fungiket Soap?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and topical ketoconazole but due to consumption of alcohol, the healing process may be delayed.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience any skin allergy after the application of this soap.
• Avoid sharing this soap with anyone else since fungal infections are contagious and spread easily.
• If the soap goes into your eyes, immediately wash your eyes thoroughly with water.
• This soap should not be used on children without consulting a doctor.

Contraindications

If you are known to be allergic to ketoconazole or any ingredients of Fungiket Soap.

Side effects

• Itching
• Sticky skin
• Irritation of the skin
• Rashes
• Redness of the skin

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Fungiket Soap is meant for topical application and thus the interaction with other medicines taken orally is unlikely. However, it can interact with other medicines or products applied topically. Avoid concomitant application of other medicated products.

Storage and disposal

• Store at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Fungiket Soap on the face?

Yes, it can be used on the face if prescribed by your doctor. However, care should be taken that the soap does not go into the eyes, nose and mouth.

What is Fungiket Soap used for?

This soap is used for the treatment of topical fungal infections.

How do we get fungal infections?

Fungal infections are very common since we live in an environment surrounded by microorganisms and fungus is one of them. Fungal infections are contagious. It can spread from one body part to another and from one person to another through direct or indirect contact (sharing personal items and through contaminated surfaces).