Lulitrex 1% Lotion is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin. It works by killing the fungi that cause these infections.

Lulitrex 1% Lotion is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Lulitrex Lotion

Treatment of Fungal skin infections

Benefits of Lulitrex Lotion

In Treatment of Fungal skin infections

Lulitrex 1% Lotion 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 athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin. 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.

Side effects of Lulitrex Lotion

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 Lulitrex

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Dry skin
Skin peeling
Blisters on skin

How to use Lulitrex Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Lulitrex Lotion works

Lulitrex 1% Lotion is an antifungal medication that treats skin infections. It kills the infection-causing fungi by destroying their cell membrane. This relieves discomfort, itching, and irritation on the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lulitrex 1% Lotion 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

CAUTION

Lulitrex 1% Lotion 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.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Lulitrex Lotion?

If you miss a dose of Lulitrex 1% Lotion, 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.

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Quick tips

Lulitrex 1% Lotion helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azoles derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Patient concerns

What is medicine for akin fungal infection.

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Post a properly focussed picture of the current skin problem. There r plenty of fungal infections of skin

Hello, I work in a very sweaty environment, I recently had a ringworm outbreak, I used EBERNET and it worked perfectly fine for me, On the recommendation of a few friends who suggested to use anti-fungal soap for a few days to ensure that the spores are completely eliminated from my body. Are there any effective anti-fungal soaps or shampoos that I can use to treat ringworm infection? Is there a method to determine if my scalp is affected by ringworm's? If I do happen to have this, What should be my next set of actions to treat ringworm's on scalp, before visiting a hospital/clinic? Regards, PATIENT

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

You need to visit skin specialist for proper examinationWether you are having fungal infections or not

FAQs

Is Lulitrex 1% Lotion safe in pregnancy?

Lulitrex 1% Lotion should be avoided during pregnancy as there is no data to support its safety in pregnancy. However, you should consult your doctor who will evaluate the benefits versus risks to your unborn baby if it is necessary to use Lulitrex 1% Lotion.

Is Lulitrex 1% Lotion fungicidal or Fungistatic?

Lulitrex 1% Lotion has fungicidal property as it acts by slowing the growth of fungi. It decreases an important constituent of the cell membrane of fungi (ergosterol), thereby exhibiting its fungicidal activity.

How to use Lulitrex 1% Lotion?

Use Lulitrex 1% Lotion exactly as per your doctor’s advice. If you have an athlete's foot between the toes, apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 2 weeks. If you have jock itch or ringworm, apply it to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 1 week. Always wash your hands after you apply this medicine.

How long does it take for Lulitrex 1% Lotion to work?

For different ailments, Lulitrex 1% Lotion works differently. Results for treating an athlete's foot between the toes are typically seen 4 weeks after treatment, but it may take up to 6 weeks in some patients. On the other hand, results for treating jock itch and ringworm are typically seen 3 weeks after treatment, and it may take up to 4 weeks.

How should I store Lulitrex 1% Lotion?

Keep Lulitrex 1% Lotion in the container it came in. Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature (20°C to 25°C) and away from light, excess heat, and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Is Lulitrex 1% Lotion safe to use in children?

Yes, Lulitrex 1% Lotion is safe and effective to be used in children above 2 years of age. Safety and effectiveness were observed to be the same between children and adults.

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