Afserta-B Cream

Afserta-B Cream is a dermatological combination medication used for the topical treatment of fungal infection of the skin with eczema. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another).

Afserta-B Cream is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sertaconazole (antifungal) and Beclometasone (corticosteroid). The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Sertaconazole works by damaging and causing holes in the fungal cell membranes leading to its bursts, ultimately killing fungi. On the other hand, Beclometasone works by acting inside skin cells, thereby inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Use Afserta-B Cream as prescribed. Afserta-B Cream is only for external use. Avoid contact of Afserta-B Cream with nose, ears, mouth, or eyes. In case Afserta-B Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience skin tenderness, mild rash, dry skin, skin bruising, itching, irritation, redness, burning, or stinging sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Afserta-B Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Afserta-B Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid contact of Afserta-B Cream with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Afserta-B Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Afserta-B Cream. Do not apply Afserta-B Cream to broken skin or open cuts/wounds. Avoid covering the treated area with dressings or bandages unless advised by a doctor. Do not swallow Afserta-B Cream. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor immediately. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Afserta-B Cream catches fire and burns easily. If you have acne, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), eye, or any other skin infection, inform your doctor before taking Afserta-B Cream.

Afserta-B Cream is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sertaconazole and Beclometasone used to treat fungal skin infections. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Sertaconazole is an antifungal that works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi. Beclometasone is a corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally. Together, they clear the fungal infection and provide relief from cracking, redness, swelling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.

• Skin tenderness
• Mild rash
• Dry skin
• Skin bruising
• Itching 
• Irritation 
• Redness 
• Stinging or burning sensation

If you are allergic to Afserta-B Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid contact of Afserta-B Cream with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Afserta-B Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Afserta-B Cream. Do not apply Afserta-B Cream to broken skin or cuts. Avoid covering the treated area with dressings or bandages unless advised by a doctor. Do not swallow Afserta-B Cream. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor immediately. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Afserta-B Cream catches fire and burns easily. If you have acne, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), eye, or any other skin infection, inform your doctor before taking Afserta-B Cream.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Afserta-B Cream may interact with HIV drugs (cobicistat, ritonavir) and antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have acne, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), eye, or any other skin infection, inform your doctor before taking Afserta-B Cream.

• COBICISTAT
• RITONAVIR
• ITRACONAZOLE
• KETOCONAZOLE

• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
• Do not scratch the affected area of the skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes, or socks with others.
• Wash your bedsheets and towels regularly.

• Please consult a dermatologist if your skin infection persists for more than 1 month.
• Afserta-B Cream will not help in skin conditions like acne or rosacea. 
• Afserta-B Cream can cause dry onto your clothes and bedding, making them more likely to catch fire. So try to avoid naked flames. 

Fungal skin infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Fungal infection symptoms include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation, and redness. Antifungal medicines are usually used to treat fungal infections. Avoid sharing things to prevent the spread of infection. Keep the affected area clean and dry, wear flip-flops or sandals in locker rooms and avoid tight-fitting shoes or clothes to prevent fungal infections.