INTRODUCTION

ONECAN DUSTING POWDER contains Fluconazole that belong to the group of medicines called Antifungal agents. It is used to treat, control, prevent, & manage fungal infections of skin such as tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea corporis (ring worm), tinea cruris (fungal sweat rash) and tinea versicolor.

Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) is a fungal infection that begins between toes generally in people whose feet remain sweaty. It is characterized by symptoms such as scaly rashes, itching, stinging and burning between toes. Tinea corporis (ring worm) is a fungal infection causing circular itchy rashes with clearer skin in the middle, resembling a ring.

Tinea cruris (fungal sweat rash) or jock itch is a fungal infection characterized by red and itchy rashes in the moist areas of the body such as groin. Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection that is characterized by abnormal skin pigmentation such as light and dark patches at the affected area.

Before using ONECAN DUSTING POWDER inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart or lung diseases. There is no information on the use of ONECAN DUSTING POWDER in pregnant or breastfeeding women and children. Ask for your doctor’s advice before using.

The most common side effects associated with the use of ONECAN DUSTING POWDER are itching, irritation and rashes. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.

USES OF ONECAN DUSTING POWDER

It is used to treat fungal skin infections caused including:

• tinea pedis (athlete's foot)
• tinea corporis (ring worm)
• tinea cruris (fungal sweat rash)
• tinea versicolor

HOW ONECAN DUSTING POWDER WORKS

ONECAN DUSTING POWDER helps in treat 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.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply ONECAN DUSTING POWDER as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Clean and dry up the affected area before applying ONECAN DUSTING POWDER and do not rub. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ONECAN DUSTING POWDER

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Itching:

Hot water makes your skin irritated, so avoid taking hot showers. Tap or pat the itchy area instead of scratching. Use an unperfumed moisturisers or emollient regularly. Keep the nails short, clean and smooth. Wear loose fitting cotton clothes. Consult your doctor if the itching gets worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before using ONECAN DUSTING POWDER, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally ingests or uses too much of ONECAN DUSTING POWDER, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep ONECAN DUSTING POWDER out of reach in children
• Store ONECAN DUSTING POWDER at a temperature below 30°C

FAQs ABOUT ONECAN DUSTING POWDER

What ONECAN DUSTING POWDER is used for?

ONECAN DUSTING POWDER is used to treat, control, prevent, & manage fungal infections and yeast infections of skin such as tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea corporis (ring worm), tinea cruris (fungal sweat rash) and tinea versicolor.

Can ONECAN DUSTING POWDER cause itchy skin?

Itchy skin is one of the most common side effects associated with the use of ONECAN DUSTING POWDER. Hot water makes your skin irritated, so avoid taking hot showers. Tap or pat the itchy area instead of scratching. Use an unperfumed moisturisers or emollient regularly. Keep the nails short, clean and smooth. Wear loose fitting cotton clothes. Consult your doctor if the itching gets worsens.

Who should avoid using ONECAN DUSTING POWDER?

Do not use ONECAN DUSTING POWDER if you are allergic to fluconazole (chief ingredient of the medicine) or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before using.

Is ONECAN DUSTING POWDER an antibiotic?

ONECAN DUSTING POWDER is an antifungal medicine helps in treat 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 ONECAN DUSTING POWDER?

Apply ONECAN DUSTING POWDER as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply this medicine 2 to 3 times in a day as per need or your doctor’s advice. Clean and dry up the affected area before applying this medicine and do not rub. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of disease condition.

Can I stop using ONECAN DUSTING POWDER if I start to feel better?

Keep using ONECAN DUSTING POWDER for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Stopping the medication may give birth to reappearance of fungal infection on infected or another area.

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