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Moldex Ointment 30 gm in 1 tube

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Moldex Ointment is a product of Medix Biocare

Composition: Ketoconazole (2% w/w)

Pack of 30 gm

₹ 125

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All Details About Moldex Ointment

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Moldex Ointment

Description:

Moldex Ointment belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s foot, thrush and ringworm.

Moldex Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. 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. If you have Athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.

The most common side effects of using this medicine include application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness), dryness, peeling, or blistering of the skin. Occasionally it can cause thinning of your hair. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing, or breathing problems. Get emergency help if this happens. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In the case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, this cream should only be used if it is clearly needed.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

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

Ordinary side effects of Moldex

  • Skin peeling
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Application site redness
  • Itching
  • Diarrhea
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Adrenal insufficiency
  • Application site burning

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Moldex Ointment 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Moldex Ointment is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Q. What is Moldex Ointment used for?

Moldex Ointment is used to treat skin infections which may appear on the feet (Athlete’s foot), in the groin area (jock itch), or between skin folds (sweat rash infected with a yeast infection “thrush”). It is also used for candida infections of skin and nails. It rapidly relieves the itching caused due to these fungal infections.

Q. Is Moldex Ointment a steroid cream?

No, Moldex Ointment is not a steroid cream. It is an anti-fungal medicine which belongs to the imidazole class of medicines. It works by killing the fungi or by preventing the growth of fungi that cause infection.

Q. What are the side effects of Moldex Ointment?

The common side effects are application site burning, redness, and itching. The application site may also develop some uncommon side effects such as discomfort, dryness, bleeding, severe allergic reactions, urticaria or hives, rash, skin exfoliation, sticky skin, prickling sensation, or inflammation.

Q. Can I use a steroid cream along with Moldex Ointment?

It is recommended that you use a mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone cream/ointment in the morning and use Moldex Ointment in the evening. You can then stop using the steroid cream gradually over 2-3 weeks. But, if you have used a potent corticosteroid for seborrheic dermatitis, maintain at least a gap of 2 weeks before you apply Moldex Ointment to prevent skin sensitization.

Q. How should Moldex Ointment be applied?

Wash the affected area thoroughly with water and then dry it. Wash your hands carefully (until and unless your hands are also affected) after applying Moldex Ointment. This will prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body or other people.

Q. For how long do I need to use Moldex Ointment?

You should use Moldex Ointment for as long as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is to be used for 2-4 weeks for jock itch and sweat rash and 2-6 weeks for Athlete’s foot. Do not stop using it even if your symptoms have disappeared because the infection may reappear if not properly treated.

Q. What should I do if I forget to use Moldex Ointment?

If you forget to use Moldex Ointment, do not worry and continue using Moldex Ointment as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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