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Episert Cream 30gm is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Athlete's Foot are some of its major therapeutic uses. Episert Cream 30gm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Episert Cream 30gm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Episert Cream 30gm are Itching or burning, Contact Dermatitis, Dry Skin. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Episert Cream 30gm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Episert Cream 30gm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Episert Cream 30gm is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Episert Cream 30gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Episert Cream 30gm related warnings section.
The section on Episert Cream 30gm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Episert Cream 30gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Episert Cream 30gm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Episert Cream 30gm is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Geriatric |
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| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Episert Cream 30gm safe for pregnant women?
Episert may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Episert, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Episert Cream 30gm safe during breastfeeding?
Episert may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Episert Cream 30gm on the Kidneys?
Episert does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Episert Cream 30gm on the Liver?
Episert is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Episert Cream 30gm on the Heart?
You can take Episert without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Episert Cream 30gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Episert Cream 30gm habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Episert Cream 30gm is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Episert Cream 30gm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Episert Cream 30gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Episert Cream 30gm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Episert Cream 30gm
It is safe to take Episert Cream 30gm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Episert Cream 30gm
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Episert Cream 30gm with alcohol will be.
Yes, Episert can cure ringworm. It is used for the treatment of ringworm which is a fungal infection of the skin caused by one of the mainly three fungi which are Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton.
Episert contains sertaconazole which is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol (a component of the cell membrane of fungi). In the absence of ergosterol fungal cell wall is damaged that results in an increase in permeability of fungal cell wall this causes leakage of nutrients which kills the fungi. In this way, Episert inhibits the fungal growth and treats fungal infection.
Yes, Episert can be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris which is a fungal infection of the skin that affects the skin area around the genitals, buttocks, and inner thighs caused by one of the three fungi which are Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton. Episert is effective against these fungi and ensures their complete eradication.
No, Episert does not contains steroids. It contains sertaconazole which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents (imidazole derivative anti-infectives).
No, ideally Episert can't be used for hemorrhoid condition because it is not a fungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
