Sertacon VS
Form: Vaginal Suppository
Strength: 300mg
Generic Name: Sertaconazole Topical
Company: Opsonin Pharma Limited
MRP:৳ 750.0 (1’s Pack)
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Sertacon VS is used to treat skin fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot, and other similar infections in people aged 12 and older. Sertacon VS targets infections caused by specific fungi like Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Epidermophyton floccosum.
Pharmacology
Sertacon VS is an antifungal medication that works by blocking an enzyme involved in the production of ergosterol, an important part of fungal cell membranes. Without ergosterol, the fungal cell gets damaged and leaks important substances, leading to the death of the fungus.
Dosage & Administration
Adult: Apply Sertaconazole cream twice a day for 4 weeks to the affected area, covering both the skin between the toes and the surrounding healthy skin.
Pediatric: The safety and effectiveness in children under 12 years old have not been established.
Geriatric: There is limited data on how Sertacon VS works in patients over 65 years old, so caution should be used.
Sertacon VS should only be applied on the skin. Do not use in the eyes, mouth, or vagina.
Interaction
Interactions with other drugs have not been fully studied for this medication.
Contraindications
Sertacon VS is not recommended for patients who are allergic to sertaconazole nitrate or any other ingredients in the cream or other imidazole antifungals.
Side Effects
The most common side effects are skin irritation, dry skin, burning sensations, and tenderness at the application site.
Pregnancy & Lactation
There are no well-controlled studies for use during pregnancy. Sertacon VS should only be used if the benefits outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Sertacon VS is not known if Sertacon VS passes into breast milk, so caution should be taken when using Sertacon VS while breastfeeding.
Precautions & Warnings
Sertacon VS should only be used on the skin. If irritation occurs, stop using Sertacon VS and start other treatment. Caution should be used when prescribing Sertacon VS to patients allergic to azole antifungals, as they may have a reaction.
Overdose Effects
There is no available information on the effects of an overdose of this medication.
Therapeutic Class
Sertacon VS belongs to the class of imidazole antifungal agents used for vaginal and vulval conditions.
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C in a dry place and keep away from light. Keep out of reach of children.