Econate
Form: Cream
Strength: 1%
Generic Name: Econazole Nitrate 1% topical
Company: Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
MRP:৳ 32.0 (10gm tube)
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Econate is used to treat:
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Athlete’s foot (Tinea Pedis)
- Ringworm (Tinea Corporis)
- Jock itch (Tinea Cruris)
- Skin rashes caused by friction (Inflammatory Intertrigo)
- Diaper rashes
- Toenail fungus (Onychomycosis) – Local treatment with this cream, along with an oral antifungal, is recommended.
Mode of Action
Econate is not available at the moment.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: Apply a small amount of the cream to the affected area no more than twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. Avoid using Econate with a bandage, and don’t apply Econate to large areas of the body. Continue treatment until the inflammation goes down, but no longer than 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, use a cream with only econazole or econazole nitrate as needed.
Pediatric Use: Children might be more sensitive to the effects of the corticosteroids in the cream. Use Econate cautiously, especially on children under 2 years of age.
Interaction
Econazole: Econate can interact with certain blood thinners like warfarin and acenocoumarol.
Triamcinolone: Econate can lower the levels of some medicines like salicylates, increase the risk of bleeding or ulcers with NSAIDs, and can affect blood sugar levels when taken with diabetes medicines. Econate can also increase the risk of high potassium when used with certain drugs.
Contraindications
Econate is not recommended for people who are allergic to any of its ingredients. Econate should also not be used for certain skin conditions like viral infections (e.g., herpes, chickenpox), or fresh vaccination sites. Econate is also not for use on pressure ulcers or certain other skin infections.
Side Effects
In rare cases, mild irritation, itching, or redness may occur after use. The cream is generally well tolerated. However, long-term use, especially on infants or with a bandage, may cause adrenal suppression (affecting the body’s hormone balance).
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Triamcinolone can cross the placenta, and prolonged use during pregnancy can cause harm to the baby. Econate is best to avoid using Econate during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary.
Lactation: A small amount of the cream may pass into breast milk. Econate is advised not to use this cream while breastfeeding, or if Econate must be used, breastfeeding should be stopped.
Precautions & Warnings
This cream is for external use only. Do not use Econate in the eyes or mouth. If any allergic reaction or irritation occurs, stop using Econate. Prolonged use can lead to thinning of the skin and other side effects. Extra care is needed when using Econate on children, as their skin absorbs more of the cream. Econate should only be used for short periods (less than 2 weeks) and on small areas of the skin.
Overdose Effects
Since this cream is applied to the skin, Econate is unlikely to cause overdose symptoms. If Econate is accidentally swallowed, treat the symptoms. If Econate gets into the eyes, rinse with clean water or saline and seek medical help if irritation continues.
Therapeutic Class
Econate is a combined preparation of Triamcinolone and other related medicines.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C), away from light, and out of reach of children.
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