Itofil 1% Dusting Powder

Itofil 1% Dusting Powder belongs to the class of drugs called antifungals used in the treatment, prevention, and control of fungal infections, flaky discoloured patches on the back and chest and infections in neutropenia (low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cells) or aids patients. 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). 

Itofil 1% Dusting Powder contains Itraconazole which works by destroying the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

Itofil 1% Dusting Powder is for external use only. Use Itofil 1% Dusting Powder as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Itofil 1% Dusting Powder for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience an itchy skin rash, redness, or burning sensation of the skin. Most of these side effects of Itofil 1% Dusting Powder 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 using any other topical medicines, inform your doctor before starting Itofil 1% Dusting Powder so that the dose may be adjusted. If you are allergic to Itraconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid contact of Itofil 1% Dusting Powder with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Itofil 1% Dusting Powder 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 Itofil 1% Dusting Powder. 

Itofil 1% Dusting Powder contains Itraconazole, an antifungal used in the treatment, prevention, control, and improvement of fungal infections, flaky discoloured patches on the back and chest, and infections in neutropenia (low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cells) or aids patients. It works by destroying the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

• Itchy skin rash
• Redness or burning sensation of skin

If you are using any other topical medicines, inform your doctor before starting Itofil 1% Dusting Powder so that the dose may be adjusted. If you are allergic to Itraconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid contact of Itofil 1% Dusting Powder with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Itofil 1% Dusting Powder 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 Itofil 1% Dusting Powder. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions were found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions were found.

• 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 bed sheets and towels regularly.

Fungal 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). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp that is contagious and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape. Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy, red rash in warm and moist areas of the body such as the groin, buttocks, and inner thighs. An athlete’s foot (also known as tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes, especially in people who have extremely sweaty feet and wear tight-fitting shoes. It occurs most commonly in athletes. It causes itching, burning, or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that causes an itchy rash with dry, flaky scales on skin that contains oil glands such as the scalp, face, back, and upper chest.