Lulizen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lulizen Benefits & Uses

Lulizen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Lulizen 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

Lulizen Side Effects

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

Severe

Itching or burning

Moderate

Contact Dermatitis

Mild

Skin Burning
Application Site Irritation

Lulizen Related Warnings

Is the use of Lulizen safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Lulizen safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Lulizen on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Lulizen will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lulizen on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Lulizen on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lulizen on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Lulizen on the Heart?

Lulizen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lulizen with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Aspirin

Paracetamol

Citalopram

Lulizen Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Lulizen

Is this Lulizen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lulizen.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lulizen as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lulizen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Lulizen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lulizen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lulizen

Taking Lulizen with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lulizen

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lulizen

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Lulizen on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Lulizen should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the organism that is causing the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lulizen contain steroids?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Lulizen 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 about 6 years ago

What is Lulizen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Lulizen is a brand name of luliconazole and it comes in the form of a topical cream. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents (azole class anti-infectives). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of interdigital tinea pedis also known as athlete's foot (fungal infection) that affects the area between the toes. It is also used in the treatment of jock itch also known as tinea cruris (fungal infection of the skin) that affects the skin area around the genitals, buttocks, and inner thighs and ringworm also known as tinea corporis. Lulizen is effective against all of these fungal skin infections that are caused by Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Lulizen?

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, Lulizen 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 Lulizen cause irritation?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, rarely Lulizen can cause skin irritation or burning sensation. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience excessive irritation of skin after applying this drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.