Key information summary
Efficacy & effects
This medication is used to treat inflammatory dermatophyte infections such as athlete's foot, tinea corporis, tinea capitis, as well as tinea versicolor and cutaneous candidiasis. It is also effective for allergic or inflammatory skin diseases, helping to improve skin conditions effectively. Therefore, it is widely used for the treatment of skin diseases.
Dosage
Apply a sufficient amount to the affected area 1 to 2 times a day.
Precautions
This medication should not be used on areas with skin infections caused by bacteria or viruses. Particularly, patients with infections such as tuberculosis, syphilis, herpes zoster, herpes simplex, and varicella may experience worsening of the infection when using this medication. Persons with allergies to any component of this medication or who have experienced hypersensitivity reactions should not use it. Patients with ear canal infections with a perforated eardrum may experience delayed wound healing and increased risk of infection when using this medication. This medication should not be used on ulcers, severe burns, or frostbite areas, as it may hinder tissue recovery. It is also advisable to avoid using this medication for perioral dermatitis, common acne, or rosacea. It is best to avoid this medication in the early stages of skin inflammation. This should not be applied to the skin around the eyes, and care should be taken when applying near the eyes. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as breastfeeding women, should use this medication cautiously and only when deemed necessary under a physician's guidance. Special care is required for children or infants, and it should be used under parental supervision. This medication contains propylene glycol, so caution is advised if there is a history of allergic reactions to this substance. Prolonged or excessive use over large areas may result in side effects such as skin infections, skin irritation, rashes, itching, and pigmentation changes. Long-term use may lead to dry skin or steroid-induced acne, skin atrophy, telangiectasia, perioral dermatitis, and other side effects. Excessive or prolonged use of this medication may suppress pituitary or adrenal function, and applying it near the eyes carries a risk of increased intraocular pressure or glaucoma. Particularly, extensive use with occlusive dressings may lead to cataracts or glaucoma, so caution is necessary. This medication can affect blood coagulation, so if used with warfarin, blood tests should be conducted to monitor the condition. It should not be used in the first three months of pregnancy, and even during pregnancy, it should be used restrictively only when necessary. Caution is required when breastfeeding, as this medication may be transmitted through breast milk. Prolonged use or use with occlusive dressings in children may lead to growth retardation, so care is needed. Elderly patients should use the minimum dose after considering liver, kidney, and cardiac function status and should be monitored carefully. This medication should not be used directly in the eyes and is not suitable for ophthalmic use. After use, store in a place out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and keep in a cool, dry place. To preserve quality, it is recommended not to transfer to another container.
Side effects
Urticaria
