Fungi mostly reproduce via tiny spores in the air. These spores can be easily inhaled, or they can land on you. As a result of which fungal infections occurs, these fungal infections usually start in the lungs or on the skin. The people with weak immune system or those who are on the antibiotics are on the risk of getting infected by the fungal disease.
Human body has high innate immunity towards fungal infections due to the presence of fatty acid content of skin
1. pH of skin and body fluids 2. Cilia and respiratory tract 3. Transferring normal flora
Causes of fungal disease:
Fungal infection mainly attacks those people who:
• Are extremely overweight • Are pregnant or are breast feeding • Are on-course of antibiotics • Have uncontrolled diabetes • Have a weak immune system, for example, HIV/AIDS • Came into direct contact with a person or an animal that has a fungal skin infection • Came in direct contact with items contaminated with a fungus, for example, clothes and towels
About the drug:
Clotrimazole is an antifungal antibiotic that is used against infections caused by fungus. It comes in both oral and topical form for the treatment of infections caused by fungus.
Uses of the drug:
This medicine is primarily used in the treatment of skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and vaginal yeast infections. This medicine is also used for the treatment of a skin condition known as pityriasis (tenia versicolor), a fungal infection which results in lightening or darkening of the skin, neck, chest, arms, or legs. This medicine is suitable for adults and children above the age of 12 years.
About the drug:
This is an antifungal antibiotic and steroid combination drug that is used against infections caused by fungus. It comes in both oral and topical form for the treatment of infections caused by fungus. While Clotrimazole is the main anti fungal agent that prevents the growth of fungus, Bethamethasome Dipropionate is a strong corticosteroid that reduces swelling, redness, and itching associated with fungal infections.
Uses of the drug:
This medicine is primarily used in the treatment of skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and vaginal yeast infections. This medicine is also used for the treatment of a skin condition known as pityriasis (Tenia versicolor), a fungal infection which results in lightening or darkening of the skin, neck, chest, arms, or legs. This medicine is suitable for adults and children above the age of 12 years.
About the drug
Ketoconazole is an antifungal medicine. It is a synthetic Imidazole antifungal medication. It comes in the form of tablets as well as topical administration creams or lotions.
Uses of the drug:
Ketoconazole is used for the treatment of certain fungal infections in the body or serious fungal infections on the skin and nail. It belongs to the family of drugs known as Azole antifungals and functions by preventing the growth of the fungus.
Ketoconazole is available in various forms such as tablets, cream, and shampoo. It is sold under various brands.
About the drug:
This is an antifungal antibiotic and steroid combination drug that is used against infections caused by fungus. It comes in both oral and topical form for the treatment of infections caused by fungus. While Clotrimazole is the main anti fungal agent that prevents the growth of fungus, Bethamethasome Dipropionate is a strong corticosteroid that reduces swelling, redness, and itching associated with fungal infections.
Uses of the drug:
This medicine is primarily used in the treatment of skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and vaginal yeast infections. This medicine is also used for the treatment of a skin condition known as pityriasis (Tenia versicolor), a fungal infection which results in lightening or darkening of the skin, neck, chest, arms, or legs. This medicine is suitable for adults and children above the age of 12 years.
About the drug
Terbinafine HCl is an antifungal medicine. This medicine was developed by the scientists in Novartis. It is first generation antifungal medication that is hydrophobic in nature and accumulates in the toenails, hair skin and nails and tissues.
Uses of the drug:
Terbinafine HCl is an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment of certain types of fungal infections, mainly in fingernails or toenails. it is prescribed for:
Jock’s itch
Athlete’s foot
Ring worm, etc.Working of the drug:
