Econazole Nitrate (Econazole Nitrate)
Overview of Econazole Nitrate
Econazole (Nitrate) is a antifungal agent and is used to treat skin fungal infection.
Indication of Econazole Nitrate
Econazole Nitrate is primarily indicated in conditions like Cutaneous candidiasis, Fungal balanitis`, Fungal infection, Tinea infection, Vulvo-vaginal candidosis, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Pityriasis.
Contraindication of Econazole Nitrate
Econazole (Nitrate) is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy,Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side Effects of Econazole Nitrate
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Econazole (Nitrate) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Pruritus, Erythema, Itching, Burning, Contact dermatitis, Local irritation, Local sensitization, Stinging, Porphyria.
Precautions of Econazole Nitrate
Econazole should be used with caution in patients with allergies. Increasing signs of local irritation during treatment may indicate intorelance. If hypersensitivity reactions occurs the treatment must be discontinued immediately. This medication should be used cautiously during pregnancy.