What is Sertaconazole skin cream?
SERTACONAZOLE (Ertaczo™) is an antifungal type of antibiotic. Sertaconazole cream is used to treat fungal infections of the skin like tinea pedis (athlete's foot). The cream does not treat fungal infections of the nail. Generic sertaconazole cream is not available.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• diabetes mellitus
• immunosuppression (such as recent chemotherapy or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection or organ transplant)
• an unusual reaction to Sertaconazole, other azole antifungals such as fluconazole, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
How should this medicine be used?
Sertaconazole skin cream is only for external use on the skin. Wash your hands before and after use. Apply a thin layer of cream to cover the affected skin and surrounding area. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using this medication except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. This medication is not recommended for children under the age of 12 years.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with Sertaconazole?
Other skin products may affect the action of sertaconazole. Do not use other skin products on the affected area without consulting your prescriber or health care professional. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking Sertaconazole?
Tell your health care provider if your symptoms do not improve in 7 to 14 days. Athlete's foot takes about 4 weeks to clear completely. If your skin condition has not gotten better after 4 weeks, or if it returns when you stop using sertaconazole, see your prescriber or health care professional. You may have a skin infection that does not respond to this medicine.
To help clear up your infection completely and to help make sure it does not return, it is important to have good health habits. If you are using sertaconazole for the treatment of athlete's foot, carefully dry the feet, especially between the toes, after bathing. Do not wear socks made from wool or synthetic materials such as rayon or nylon. Instead, wear clean cotton socks and change them daily or more often if your feet sweat frequently. Also, try to wear sandals or shoes that are well-ventilated.
What side effects may I notice from receiving Sertaconazole?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• skin rash
• severe skin irritation, redness, burning, blistering, or itching
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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