Bifopack Cream
Bifopack Cream is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, nappy rash, sweat rash, and vaginal thrush. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Bifopack Cream
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About This Medicine
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Bifopack Cream is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, nappy rash, sweat rash, and vaginal thrush. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Bifopack Cream is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, nappy rash, sweat rash, and vaginal thrush. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Bifopack Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the medicine. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. The effects of the medicine can be increased by keeping the affected area clean and dry, and washing hands before and after treating the infection. If you have athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.
Some of the common side effects include skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. Some people have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness and nausea. Get emergency help if this happens.
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.
03Uses
Fungal skin infections
04How 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.
05How It Works
Bifopack Cream stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:
07Benefits
In Fungal skin infections
Bifopack Cream is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.
08Side Effects
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bifopack 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.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bifopack Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
Bifopack Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
References
Sources and references
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from: View
