Fenticonazole
Also known as: Fenticonazole nitrate, Fenticonazole nitrate de, Fentikonatsolinitratti , Fentikonuzolnitrat
Fenticonazole is antifungal agent and used to treat vaginal fungal infections.
Primary Characteristics
Fenticonazole is also known as Fenticonazole nitrate, Fenticonazole nitrate de, Fentikonatsolinitratti , Fentikonuzolnitrat.
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Imidazole.
It is classified in Antifungals pharmacological group.
Molecular Weight: 518.4 · Solubility in Water: Insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: sparingly soluble · Non-proprietary name: Fenticonazole.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Fenticonazole is primarily indicated in conditions like Fungal infection.
Contraindications
Fenticonazole is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy, Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Dosage
Fenticonazole's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 2 % | 2 % | Every 24h | Topical | As Required |
| 400 mg | 400 mg | Every 8h | Vaginal (pessary) | 3 nights At bed time for 200mg. Once at bed time for 600mg |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Fenticonazole is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Burning, Soreness , Vaginal discharge.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.13.1 — Antifungals, topical