Travocort Cream 0.1/1% cream

Description

Travocort cream, containing Isoconazole nitrate and Diflucortolone valerate, is an antifungal cream. It is used to treat fungal skin infections characterized by inflammation and dry, rough patches. It can be used on the hands, feet and inter-digit spaces, groin region, and the genital area. It can also be used on other skin surfaces; however, it is strictly for external use.

Travocort cream is used to treat several skin fungal infections, including the following:

• Ringworm infection: fungal infection with circular itchy, red spots.
• Onychomycosis: fungal infection involving the toenails or fingernails.
• Fungal candidiasis: yeast infection.
• Tinea versicolor/pityriasis versicolor: fungal infection characterized by small, discolored skin patches.

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Safety Information/Precautions

Following are the precautions for using Travocort cream:

• For external use only.
• Please avoid use if you are allergic to isoconazole nitrate or diflucortolone valerate, or any of the ingredients in the medicine.
• Skin lesions occurring due to a systemic tuberculosis, syphiliis, or any other disease must be treat appropriately to eliminate the primary cause.
• Patients with severe kidney or liver disease should use Travocort cream cautiously.
• If you are suffering from a severe fungal infection, discuss with your doctor if you need to use additional medicines.
• Patients with endocrine syndromes or disorders should discuss with their doctors before using Travocort cream.
• Use Travocort cream only if necessary.
• Avoid using Travocort cream for long periods unless advised by your doctor.
• Please share your relevant medical history and any pre- or existing medical conditions with your doctor before starting use of Travocort cream.

Following are the contraindications for using Travocort cream:

• Patients with severe endocrine disorders should avoid the use of Travocort cream.
• Patients with a history of allergic reactions to steroids or any of the ingredients in this medicine should avoid the use of Travocort cream.
• A dose adjustment may be needed in children or the elderly due to difference in the absorption rates.

Following are the side effects of Travocort cream:

• Increased risk of opportunistic infections (rare)
• Endocrine disorders
• Weight changes
• Osteoporosis
• Increased blood sugar levels
• Skin atrophy
• Stretch marks
• Thinning or wrinkling of skin
• Increased or decreased skin pigmentation
• Hirsutism

Travocort cream is not recommended for pregnant females, especially in the first trimester. Please consult your doctor for further information.

Please use Travocort cream in nursing females only if necessary Please consult your doctor before use.

Faqs

1. How long does Travocort cream take to work?

You should see some improvement 3 – 4 days after using Travocort cream consistently. In most cases, it takes about 2 weeks to see full benefits. Ideally, the treatment should not exceed 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen few days after use, please inform your doctor.

2. Are there any long term effects of using Travocort cream?

When used around the eyes for fungal eye infections, long-term use of Travocort cream may lead to glaucoma. Treatment with Travocort cream should not exceed 2 weeks.

3. How effective is Travocort?

Travocort is a steroidal cream indicated for fungal infections. It is effective against mycotic fungal infections and gram-positive bacterial infections. Its appropriate use for 2 weeks mostly results in eradication of the disease-causing fungus.

4. Can I use Travocort cream for my face?

The facial skin is mostly thin and delicate. Consistent use of Travocort cream on the face may lead to skin thinning or wrinkling. Therefore, avoid using Travocort cream on the face unless absolutely necessary. Also, please avoid using Travocort cream near the eyes.

5. Does Travocort cream affect contraception?

Travocort cream is not known to affect any form of contraception. However, it is contraindicated in pregnancy. If you are planning to get pregnant, please discuss alternates with your doctor.

6. Do I need a prescription to get Travocort cream?

Ideally, a prescription is needed to use Travocort cream.