Introduction About FLUMET SOAP

FLUMET SOAP contains Fluconazole which belongs to a group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used to manage fungal infection of the whole-body skin. The symptoms are itching in skin folds of inner thighs, waist and arm pit.

FLUMET SOAP also manages the growth of simultaneous growth of the infection causing organisms.

Before using FLUMET SOAP inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, heart and lung problems. FLUMET SOAP is not recommended to use among women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. FLUMET SOAP can be used in children and adolescents. Consult with your child’s doctor before using it for your child.

There is no information on the use of FLUMET SOAP in elderly patients. Consult with your doctor before using. The most common side effects of using FLUMET SOAP are skin rash, irritation, dryness or cracking of the surrounding area, itchiness and burning sensation at the site of application. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen or persists.

Uses Of FLUMET SOAP

Prevents,

• fungal infection of the whole-body skin

How FLUMET SOAP Works

FLUMET SOAP helps in manage fungal infection where Fluconazole inhibits the synthesis of certain compounds that are essential components of the fungal cell membrane. Moreover, it also impairs various important biological processes inside the fungal cell body required for its survival, thereby killing the killing the fungal cell bodies.

How to use FLUMET SOAP

Use FLUMET SOAP as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Use it as a regular bathing soap during active management. For best results, thoroughly wet the affected area, use FLUMET SOAP freely and massage to create a rich lather. Leave the lather for a few minutes, then rinse with water and repeat. Avoid contact with eyes. Your doctor will fix the correct dose and duration for you based upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of FLUMET SOAP

How To Manage Side Effects

Skin irritation:

Hot water makes your skin irritated, so avoid taking hot showers. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. To soothe and hydrate the irritated skin, apply moisturizers. Contact your doctor if irritation worsens.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

FLUMET SOAP is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using it.

Breastfeeding

FLUMET SOAP is not recommended to use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using it.

Driving and Using Machines

FLUMET SOAP is unlikely to affect the ability to drive or use machines.

Allergy

Do not use FLUMET SOAP if you are allergic to Fluconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using FLUMET SOAP, inform your doctor if you have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplement or herbal products.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally ingests or use too much of FLUMET SOAP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep FLUMET SOAP out of the sight and reach of children
• Store FLUMET SOAP below 30°C

FAQs About FLUMET SOAP

What is FLUMET SOAP is used for?

FLUMET SOAP is used to manage fungal infection of the whole-body skin, which provides relief from itching skin folds of inner thighs, waist and arm pit due to sweat retention, warmth, humidity, friction and simultaneous growth of resident microorganisms. Consult your doctor before using FLUMET SOAP.

How to use FLUMET SOAP?

Use FLUMET SOAP as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Use it as a regular bathing soap during active management and for one month after infection is managed as a preventative measure. For best results, thoroughly wet the affected area, use FLUMET SOAP freely and massage to create a rich lather. Leave the lather for a few minutes, then rinse with water and repeat. Avoid contact with eyes. If it occurs wash with water immediately. Your doctor will fix the correct dose and duration of FLUMET SOAP for you based upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Is FLUMET SOAP an antibiotic?

No. FLUMET SOAP is an antifungal agent which inhibits the synthesis of certain compounds that are essential components of the fungal cell membrane. Moreover, it also impairs various important biological processes inside the fungal cell body required for its survival, thereby killing the killing the fungal cell bodies.

In which condition FLUMET SOAP should be avoided?

Do not use FLUMET SOAP if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluconazole or to other ingredients of this medicine.

Can FLUMET SOAP cause skin irritation?

Yes, FLUMET SOAP may cause skin irritation. Hot water makes your skin irritated, so avoid taking hot showers. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. To soothe and hydrate the irritated skin, apply moisturizers. Contact your doctor if irritation worsens.

References

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Culture Fungus