Sercos Cream 10gm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sercos Cream 10gm Information

Sercos Cream 10gm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Athlete's Foot are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Sercos Cream 10gm have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Sercos Cream 10gm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Sercos Cream 10gm include Itching or burning, Contact Dermatitis, Dry Skin. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sercos Cream 10gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Sercos Cream 10gm are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Sercos Cream 10gm has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sercos Cream 10gm related warnings talks about Sercos Cream 10gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sercos Cream 10gm contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Sercos Cream 10gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sercos Cream 10gm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Sercos Benefits & Uses
Sercos Dosage & How to Take
Sercos Side Effects
Sercos Related Warnings
Sercos Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sercos
Sercos Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sercos Cream 10gm Benefits & Uses

Sercos Cream 10gm is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Athlete's Foot

Other Benefits

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

Sercos Cream 10gm 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

Sercos Cream 10gm Related Warnings

Is the use of Sercos Cream 10gm safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Sercos. It is best to stop taking Sercos immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Sercos Cream 10gm safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Sercos on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Sercos Cream 10gm on the Kidneys?

Sercos is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Sercos Cream 10gm on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Sercos on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sercos Cream 10gm on the Heart?

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

Safe

Sercos Cream 10gm Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sercos Cream 10gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Sercos Cream 10gm

Is this Sercos Cream 10gm habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Sercos Cream 10gm is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Sercos Cream 10gm since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Sercos Cream 10gm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Sercos Cream 10gm for mental disorders.

No

Sercos Cream 10gm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sercos Cream 10gm

Taking Sercos Cream 10gm with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sercos Cream 10gm

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sercos Cream 10gm with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sercos Cream 10gm

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sercos cause itching?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Sercos may cause itching. It has been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, if you are experiencing excessive itching after using this drug, then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sercos contain steroids?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Sercos does not contains steroids. It contains sertaconazole which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents (imidazole derivative anti-infectives).

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sercos be used for acne ?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sercos treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Sercos be used for jock itch?

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

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