Amorfine Cream (30gm)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Amorfine Cream should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Some of the common side effects include blisters on the skin, nail disorders like nail damage and discoloration, skin irritation, rash, or redness on the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Amorolfine present in Amorfine Cream acts on the cell membrane of the fungus and alters its structure resulting in the destruction of the cell wall and the death of the fungus.

Pharmacokinets

Amorolfine or amorolfin, is a morpholine antifungal drug that inhibits the fungal enzymes D14 reductase and D7-D8 isomerase. This inhibition affects fungal sterol synthesis pathways, depleting ergosterol and causing ignosterol to accumulate in the fungal cytoplasmic cell membranes.


Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amorfine

Blisters on skin

Nail disorder

Skin irritation

Skin rash

Erythema (skin redness)

Contra Indications

Skin irritation and rahses.

Red spots on skin.

Burning sensation of skin.

Discoloration of the nails.

Broken and brittle nails.

Blisters under the skin.

Hives.

Redness of skin.

Pregnancy Related Information

Information regarding the use of Amorfine Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

No interaction found/established


Breast Feeding Related Information

Amorfine Cream should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.


Indications

AMOROLFINE is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of nails and skin such as ringworm, jock itch and athlete's foot, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on face, scalp, chest, upper back, or ears) and pityriasis (a type of skin rash that causes scaly, discoloured patches on chest.

Interactions

It is important to carry on using Amorolfine Nail Lacquer until the infection has cleared and healthy nails have grown back. This usually takes 6 months for finger nails and 9 to 12 months for toe nails.

Typical Dosage

Check the label for directions before use.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Amorfine Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

Amorfine Cream helps treat fungal nail infections.

Avoid getting it in your eyes, ears, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.

Avoid the use of nail varnishes and artificial nails. Do not share your nail-filer to prevent the spread of infection.

Do not use it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Keep using Amorfine Cream for 3 to 5 days after the symptoms of the infection have cleared up to prevent it from coming back.

How To Use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.


FAQs

Q. How often should you use Amorfine Cream?

Amorfine Cream contains amorolfine which is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal infections of the nails. It is applied once weekly on the affected finger or toenails. Sometimes your physician may ask you to apply it twice weekly. The affected areas must be cleaned and dried properly. Do not stop the treatment in between even if the symptoms heal. Your doctor will recommend the exact dose and duration of the treatment based on the type of fungal infection.

Q. Is Amorfine Cream a steroid?

No, Amorfine Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected nails to treat fungal infections.

Q. Can we apply Amorfine Cream on other parts of the body?

No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like the eyes, oral cavity, or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to only nails and skin. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.

Q. Can Amorfine Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?

Yes, the use of Amorfine Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability is unknown. Such allergic reaction is not very common and is likely to occur in only susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.

Q. Is Amorfine Cream safe to be used in kids?

No, Amorfine Cream should not be used in children and infants. This is because there is no evidence available to prove the safety of the medicine. Consult your doctor in case your kid develops nail or skin infections or has any nail changes.