Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Fenticonazole(2% w/w)
Tube of 10gm Vaginal Cream
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Fenza Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.
Some of the common side effects include vaginal burning sensation, itching, and irritation. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. It makes condoms and diaphragm less effective, ask your doctor about a suitable birth control method.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.
Fenticonazole exerts its unique antimycotic mechanism of action in the following three ways: (i) inhibition of the secretion of protease acid by Candida albicans; (ii) damage to the cytoplasmic membrane; and (iii) by blocking cytochrome oxidases and peroxidises
Fenticonazole is an imidazole antifungal used to treat a variety of topical fungal infections
Erythema (skin redness)
Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicide or other vaginal products while using FENTICONAZOLE. This medicine may damage the latex of condoms and diaphragms; hence these types of contraception are also not effective during treatment with FENTICONAZOLE
Fenza Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Fenza Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
It is used to treat various fungal or yeast infections such as vulvovaginal candidiasis (A yeast infection of the vagina and tissues at the opening of the vagina (vulva)). Besides this, FENTICONAZOLE is also used to prevent or treat fungal skin infections.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Fenticonazole Nitrate may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Fenticonazole Nitrate may interact with the following drugs and products:
Clotrimazole
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream by using applicator. Wash your hands after applying.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Fenza Cream, take 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Fenza Cream helps treat vaginal fungal infections. It reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge.
It is inserted into the vagina using an applicator, usually at night before going to bed.
Avoid contact with your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
It can damage condoms and diaphragms and make them ineffective at preventing pregnancy. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not get improved within 3 days of taking the medicine.
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 by using applicator. Wash your hands after applying.
Q. Is Fenza Cream an antibiotic or a steroid?
No, Fenza Cream is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to the imidazole class of antifungals. It is used to treat candidiasis (thrush) occurring in the vulva and vagina.
Q. Does Fenza Cream have any effect on contraceptives?
Yes, Fenza Cream can damage condoms and diaphragms (barrier method of contraception), thereby affecting their efficacy. Therefore, instead of using these, you can use alternative methods of contraception such as contraceptive pills.
Q. How should Fenza Cream be used?
Fenza Cream should be used strictly as per the doctor’s advice. The usual dose of Fenza Cream is one applicator full in the morning and one applicator full in the evening for 3 days. Your symptoms may disappear quickly, but it is important that you continue using the cream for 3 days. Consult your doctor in case you have any confusion regarding the medicine, if your condition worsens or if there is no improvement.
Q. How to store Fenza Cream?
Do not store Fenza Cream above 30°C. Store in the original container. Do not use the medicine after the expiry date shown on the outer packaging. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
