Pronunciation: e-KON-a-zole
Generic Name: Econazole
Brand Name: Spectazole
Spectazole Cream is used for:
Treating certain yeast and fungal infections of the skin. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Spectazole Cream is an antifungal agent. It works by killing sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell membrane and weakening it.
Do NOT use Spectazole Cream if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Spectazole Cream
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Spectazole Cream:
Some medical conditions may interact with Spectazole Cream. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have alcoholism or consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day, you have severe liver or kidney disease, you are receiving dialysis, or you have the blood disease porphyria or nervous system disease
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Spectazole Cream. Because little, if any, of Spectazole Cream is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Spectazole Cream may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Spectazole Cream:
Use Spectazole Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Spectazole Cream is for topical use on the skin only.
- Wash and completely dry the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed.
- Unless your hands are part of the treated area, wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying Spectazole Cream to remove any medicine left on the hands.
- To clear up your infection completely, use Spectazole Cream for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
- If you miss a dose of Spectazole Cream, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Spectazole Cream.
Important safety information:
- Spectazole Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. If you get it in your eyes, rinse right away with cool tap water.
- Spectazole Cream may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your poison control center or emergency room right away.
- Do not scratch if you can help it. Scratching can cause more irritation and spread the infection.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Spectazole Cream while you are pregnant. It is not known if Spectazole Cream is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Spectazole Cream, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Spectazole Cream:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Burning; itching; redness; stinging of skin.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe skin irritation.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Spectazole side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Spectazole Cream:
Store Spectazole Cream below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Spectazole Cream out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Spectazole Cream, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Spectazole Cream is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Spectazole Cream. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Spectazole resources
- Spectazole Side Effects (in more detail)
- Spectazole Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Spectazole Support Group
- 3 Reviews for Spectazole - Add your own review/rating
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