Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT

Sertaconazole (500mg)

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Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is an antifungal medication that treats vaginal infections. It works by killing the fungi in the vaginal by destroying their cell membrane.

Written By Dr. Shreya Gupta, MDS (Oral Pathology & Microbiology), BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Sertaconazole (500mg)

Marketer

Canixa Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 3 days of treatment. The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.

On application, you may experience burning sensation in your vagina. This is temporary and usually resolve with time. If it bother you or does not go away, let your doctor know.

Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. It makes condoms and diaphragm less effective, ask your doctor about effective birth control methods.

Uses of Mycoclin Tablet VT

Benefits of Mycoclin Tablet VT

Fungal infections of vagina
Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by fungi in adults. It works by stopping the growth of fungi to relieve the symptoms you may have and clear the infection. This medicine provides relief from pain and itching and reduces discharge. Continue using the medicine for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back.

Treatment of Fungal infections
Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

Side effects of Mycoclin Tablet VT

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mycoclin

Vaginal burning sensation
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Skin irritation

How to use Mycoclin Tablet VT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry your vaginal area. Lie on your back and gently insert the tablet into the vagina as mentioned in the label. It is best to use it just before bedtime.

How Mycoclin Tablet VT works

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is an antifungal medication which treats vaginal infections. It works by killing the fungi inside the vaginal tract by destroying their cell membrane. This reduces burning, itching, and discharge that may occur in with these infections.

Quick tips

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT helps treat vaginal fungal infections. It reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge.
It is inserted into the vagina using an applicator, usually at night before going to bed.
Avoid contact with your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
It can damage condoms and diaphragms and make them ineffective at preventing pregnancy. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve after 3 days, lasts more than 7 days or if the infection returns within two months.
Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

What is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT used for?

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is used to treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot; fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes). It belongs to a class of medications called imidazoles that work by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection. This helps in relieving the symptoms of the fungal infection such as itching, redness, etc.

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT safe?

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Can I stop using Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT when I feel better?

No, do not stop using Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT?

Before starting treatment with Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT?

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT a steroid?

No. Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine that helps to treat infections caused by fungus.

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT effective?

Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Imidazole Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Related lab tests

Culture Fungus

References

Bennett JE. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1588.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1253.
Wanga P, Chao H, Chen CL, et al. Single-dose Sertaconazole Vaginal Tablet Treatment of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis. J Chin Med Assoc. 2006;69 (6):259-63. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Canixa Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: K. No. 312 & 313, Raipur Industrial Area, Bhagawanpur Roorkee, Dist. Haridwar, Uttarakhand

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Country of origin: India

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Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT

General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Mycoclin Tablet VT

Benefits of Mycoclin Tablet VT

Side effects of Mycoclin Tablet VT

How to use Mycoclin Tablet VT

How Mycoclin Tablet VT works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT used for?

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT safe?

Can I stop using Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT when I feel better?

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT?

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT?

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT a steroid?

Is Mycoclin 500mg Tablet VT effective?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Culture Fungus

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