Econazole Pharmacology

Econazole

About Econazole
Synthetic Imidazole derivative, Antifungal.
Mechanism of Action of Econazole
Econazole exerts its effects by altering cellular membrane and interfering with cellular enzymes.It is active against many fungi, dermatophytes and yeasts as well as some gram positive bacteria.
Pharmacokinets of Econazole
Absorption:It is minimally absorbed after topical application.
Onset of Action for Econazole
N/A
Duration of Action for Econazole
N/A
Half Life of Econazole
N/A
Side Effects of Econazole
1.Burning
2.Pruritis
3.Stinging
4.Erythema
Contra-indications of Econazole
Hypersensitivity to Econazole
Special Precautions while taking Econazole
1.Use medication as directed for entire period of treatment
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Econazole
1.Cutaneous candidiasis
2.Tinea pedis
3.Tinea cruris
4.Tinea versicolor
Interactions for Econazole
N/A
Typical Dosage for Econazole
Cutaneous candidiasis: Gently rub sufficient quantity to the affected area 2 times daily.
Tinea infection:Gently rub in to the affected area once daily.
Schedule of Econazole
H
Storage Requirements for Econazole
The drug should be stored at 15 - 30 degree C.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Econazole
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Econazole
Give supportive measures and treatment.

Home Delivery for Econazole in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for econazole and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for econazole may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take econazole only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for econazole before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for econazole with the pharmacy.

Econazole is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for econazole might be better known than econazole itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have econazole in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for econazole.