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Sertacyp Benefits & Uses

Sertacyp is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Athlete's Foot

Other Benefits

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

Sertacyp 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
Geriatric	Disease: Athlete's Foot 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: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Athlete's Foot 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: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Athlete's Foot 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: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Sertacyp Side Effects

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

Common

Itching or burning
Contact Dermatitis
Dry Skin
Skin Burning

Sertacyp Related Warnings

Is the use of Sertacyp safe for pregnant women?

Sertacyp can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Sertacyp right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Sertacyp safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Sertacyp for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Sertacyp on the Kidneys?

Sertacyp is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Sertacyp on the Liver?

Using Sertacyp does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sertacyp on the Heart?

Sertacyp is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Sertacyp Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Sertacyp

Is this Sertacyp habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Sertacyp.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Sertacyp only as per medical advice.

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

No, Sertacyp is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Sertacyp Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sertacyp

Taking Sertacyp with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sertacyp

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Sertacyp.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sertacyp

Question about 6 years ago

What is Sertacyp?

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

Sertacyp is a brand name of sertaconazole and it comes in the form of topical cream. Sertaconazole which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot) which is a fungal infection of the skin caused by mainly one of the three fungi which are Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton. It is also used in the treatment of other fungal infections such as ringworm and jock itch (tinea cruris).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Sertacyp treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sertacyp 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. Sertacyp contains sertaconazole which is an antifungal agent that kills the fungi which cause this infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sertacyp be used for jock itch?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Sertacyp 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. Sertacyp is effective against these fungi and ensures their complete eradication.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sertacyp be used for acne ?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Sertacyp can't be used on the acne (pimples) because it is not a fungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.