Verticil Cream 10g
Prescription required. Verticil Cream 10g by Pharma Health contains Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1% (10mg/g), a broad-spectrum allylamine antifungal. It treats fungal skin infections caused by dermatophytes and Candida species, including tinea corporis (ringworm), tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), pityriasis versicolor, and cutaneous candidiasis. Use as directed by your doctor.
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Verticil Cream 10g
Description
Verticil Cream 10g — Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1% Antifungal Cream
Verticil Cream 10g by Pharma Health contains Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1% (10mg/g), a broad-spectrum allylamine antifungal agent effective against dermatophytes and Candida species. It inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in fungal cell membranes, producing fungicidal activity against dermatophytes and fungistatic action against yeasts — delivering rapid and effective relief from common fungal skin infections.
Composition
Each gram contains: Terbinafine Hydrochloride BP 10mg (1% w/w) in cream base.
Therapeutic Indications
- Tinea corporis (ringworm)
- Tinea cruris (jock itch)
- Tinea pedis (athlete's foot)
- Pityriasis (tinea) versicolor
- Cutaneous candidiasis caused by Candida albicans
- Intertriginous infections (submammary, interdigital, intergluteal, inguinal)
Method of Administration
- Cleanse and dry the affected area thoroughly before applying.
- Apply a thin layer once or twice daily to the affected skin and surrounding area; gently rub in.
- For intertriginous infections, cover with gauze, especially at night.
- Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early — premature discontinuation may lead to recurrence.
- If no improvement after 2 weeks, consult your doctor to verify the diagnosis.
Likely Duration of Treatment
- Tinea corporis, tinea cruris: 1 week
- Tinea pedis: 1 week
- Cutaneous candidiasis: 2 weeks
- Pityriasis versicolor: 2 weeks
Precautions
- For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Use in children is not recommended due to limited clinical experience.
- Nursing mothers should avoid use as terbinafine passes into breast milk.
- Contraindicated in known hypersensitivity to terbinafine.
Adverse Effects
May cause redness, itching, or stinging at the application site. Allergic reactions are uncommon but require discontinuation.
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Usage & Benefits
- Terbinafine HCl 1%: Allylamine antifungal with broad-spectrum activity; inhibits ergosterol synthesis in fungal cell membranes, producing fungicidal activity against dermatophytes and fungistatic action against Candida
- Effective against Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton (dermatophytes) and Candida albicans (yeast)
- Short treatment courses: Tinea corporis and cruris — 1 week; tinea pedis — 1 week; cutaneous candidiasis and pityriasis versicolor — 2 weeks
- Rapid symptom relief: Clinical improvement typically within a few days of regular application
- Suitable for intertriginous infections (submammary, interdigital, intergluteal, inguinal areas)
- Once or twice daily application; cream base for easy spreading
How To Use
As directed by your doctor. Typical application:
1. Cleanse and dry the affected skin area thoroughly before applying.
2. Apply a thin layer of Verticil Cream to the affected skin and surrounding area once or twice daily.
3. Gently rub in until absorbed.
4. For intertriginous infections, the application may be covered with gauze strip, especially at night.
5. Complete the full course of treatment even if symptoms improve early. Stopping early may cause recurrence.
6. If no improvement after 2 weeks, consult your doctor to verify the diagnosis.
7. Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.
8. Wash hands after application.
9. Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
FAQs
Does Verticil Cream require a prescription?
Verticil Cream is a pharmaceutical-grade antifungal. Consult your doctor or dermatologist for proper diagnosis and use.
What fungal infections does Verticil Cream treat?
Verticil treats tinea corporis (ringworm), tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea versicolor (pityriasis versicolor), and cutaneous candidiasis caused by Candida species.
How long should I use Verticil Cream?
Treatment duration depends on the infection: tinea corporis and cruris — 1 week; tinea pedis — 1 week; cutaneous candidiasis and pityriasis versicolor — 2 weeks. Always complete the full course to prevent recurrence.
How quickly does Verticil Cream work?
Relief from clinical symptoms typically begins within a few days. However, complete cure requires finishing the full treatment course.
Can Verticil Cream be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Terbinafine passes into breast milk; nursing mothers should avoid using Verticil. Use during pregnancy should only be on medical advice.
Can children use Verticil Cream?
Experience in children is limited and the cream cannot be routinely recommended for paediatric use. Consult your doctor.
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