Luliconazole
luliconazole Cream, 1% is an azole antifungal indicated for the topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis caused by the organisms Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum, in patients 18 years of age and older.Luliconazole is (2E)-2-[(4R)-4-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,3-dithiolan-2-ylidene]-2-imidazol-1-ylacetonitrile
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to azole.
It belongs to Fungal infections pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action.
Molecular Weight: 354.28 · Non-proprietary name: Luliconazole.
Pharmacokinetics
Distribution: Luliconazole has a plasma protein binding is >99%..
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Indications
Luliconazole is primarily indicated in conditions like Tinea corporis, Tinea cruris, Tinea pedis.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Luliconazole's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0 – 0 | — | — | topical | For Tinea Pedis:1% Cream should be applied to the affected and immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for two weeks |
| 0 – 0 | — | — | topical | Tinea Cruris and Tinea Corporis : 1% Cream should be applied to the affected skin and immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for one week. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
None recorded.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.6.3 — Antifungal drugs