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Lucoz Benefits & Uses

Lucoz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Lucoz Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lucoz Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lucoz is used -

Severe

Itching or burning

Moderate

Contact Dermatitis

Mild

Skin Burning
Application Site Irritation

Lucoz Related Warnings

Is the use of Lucoz safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Lucoz will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Lucoz safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Lucoz in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Lucoz is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lucoz on the Kidneys?

Using Lucoz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lucoz on the Liver?

Lucoz is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lucoz on the Heart?

You can take Lucoz without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lucoz with Other Drugs

Lucoz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Aspirin

Paracetamol

Citalopram

Lucoz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lucoz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Lucoz

Is this Lucoz habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lucoz is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Lucoz will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lucoz should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lucoz for mental disorders.

No

Lucoz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lucoz

You can take Lucoz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lucoz

Information about the interaction of Lucoz and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lucoz

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lucoz be used for jock itch?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Lucoz 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 fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum. Lucoz is effective against these fungi and ensures their complete eradication.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Lucoz ?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Ideally, Lucoz is used for 1 - 2 weeks till the fungal infection is completely eradicated. You are advised to use it as per your doctor's instructions. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lucoz contain steroids?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Lucoz does not contains steroids. It contains luliconazole which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents (imidazole derivative anti-infectives) which is effective against fungal infections caused by Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to apply Lucoz ?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Lucoz should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Lucoz should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it does not appear. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lucoz treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lucoz can treat athlete's foot also known as tinea pedis which is a fungal infection that causes itching, stinging, scaling, and redness of the foot. Lucoz contains luliconazole which is an antifungal agent that kills the fungi which cause this infection.