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Itch Guard Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush. Other than this, Itch Guard Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Itch Guard Cream depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Itch Guard Cream have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Itch Guard Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Itch Guard Cream's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Itch Guard Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Itch Guard Cream related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Itch Guard Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Itch Guard Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Itch Guard Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Itch Guard Cream 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Itch Guard Cream safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Itch Guard without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Itch Guard Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Itch Guard does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Cream on the Kidneys?
Itch Guard does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Cream on the Liver?
Itch Guard is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Cream on the Heart?
Itch Guard is completely safe for the heart.
Itch Guard Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itch Guard Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itch Guard Cream habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Itch Guard Cream is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Itch Guard Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Itch Guard Cream only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Itch Guard Cream for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Itch Guard Cream
You can take Itch Guard Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itch Guard Cream
Taking Itch Guard Cream with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
No, Itch Guard does not cause stomach upset when taken orally or applied topically.
No, Itch Guard does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Itch Guard.
Yes, Itch Guard is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
No, ideally Itch Guard can't be used for hemorrhoid condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, Itch Guard does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Itch Guard.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 763,792