What is Econazine cream?

Econazine is a drug prepared in the form of a topical cream, specialized for the topical treatment of inflammatory skin diseases caused by sensitive organisms such as fungal skin infections, eczema...

Econazine has two main ingredients, Econazole and Triamcinolone, according to which:
Econazole: A synthetic antifungal agent of the Azol group with antifungal and antibacterial effects; Triamcinolone: ​​A synthetic corticosteroid that reduces the inflammatory response. Therefore, Econazine is often indicated for the treatment of skin infections such as: foot fungus, ringworm, itching, other types of fungal skin infections (Candida). In addition to treating skin problems, the drug also has bactericidal and fungicidal effects, helping to protect the patient's skin.

Econazine is made in the form of a topical cream. To use topical medication, users follow these steps:
Wash and dry the area to be treated; Apply medication as directed by a dermatologist. For example, apply a sufficient layer of the drug to the affected areas and some adjacent skin (if necessary); After applying the medicine, wash your hands. * Note:
Do not arbitrarily wrap, bandage or cover the application area without the instructions of a doctor; Avoid applying the medicine to the eyes, nose, mouth or vaginal area; Should maintain application several times per day, maintained for 14 days for the drug to maximize its effects. Stopping the medication too soon can cause the fungus to continue to grow, leading to an unintended recurrence of the infection.

In some cases, users of Econazine cream may experience mild and transient itching at the application site, or have a hypersensitivity reaction to the drug.
Should promptly notify the doctor about the side effects encountered when using the drug.

Contraindicated to use Econazine in the following cases:
People who are sensitive to any ingredient of the drug, especially Econazole, Triamcinolone, Imidazole, Corticosteroid or any ingredient in the formula; People with skin infections caused by tuberculosis bacteria, syphilis or viral infections such as Vaccinia, Varicella and Herpes. In addition, the duration of steroid therapy should not be prolonged because it may cause adrenal insufficiency (especially in infants or children). Prolonged treatment with corticosteroids can cause skin lesions such as stretch marks, skin atrophy, varicose veins.
Topical corticosteroids are not recommended for use over large areas of the skin, in large doses, or for long periods of time in pregnant or suspected pregnant women. Econazine should also be used with caution in nursing women.
In general, Econazine skin cream has the advantages of effective local infection treatment, is quite safe for users and has a reasonable price. However, to be effective, users need to apply it regularly for 14 days and avoid using it for people at high risk of allergies, pregnant and lactating women.
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