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Lucazole Benefits & Uses

Lucazole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Lucazole 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

Lucazole Side Effects

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

Severe

Itching or burning

Moderate

Contact Dermatitis

Mild

Skin Burning
Application Site Irritation

Lucazole Related Warnings

Is the use of Lucazole safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Lucazole safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Lucazole on the Kidneys?

Lucazole does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lucazole on the Liver?

Lucazole is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lucazole on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Lucazole for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lucazole with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Aspirin

Paracetamol

Citalopram

Lucazole Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Lucazole

Is this Lucazole habit forming or addictive?

Lucazole does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lucazole only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Lucazole in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lucazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lucazole

Taking Lucazole with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lucazole

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lucazole with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lucazole

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lucazole be used for jock itch?

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

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does Lucazole work?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Lucazole contains luliconazole which is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol (a component of the cell membrane of fungi) through inhibition of an enzyme known as lanosterol demethylase. 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. Lucazole is effective against fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Lucazole?

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, Lucazole 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

Can Lucazole cure ringworm?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Lucazole can cure ringworm. It is used for the treatment of ringworm which is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum. It 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lucazole treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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