Zyciderm NF Cream

Zyciderm NF Cream is a dermatological medication primarily used to treat fungal skin infections. It is used to treat various skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, dermatitis (itchy, dry skin or rash), and tinea versicolor (lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, and arms, or legs). Eczema is a skin condition associated with inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough skin patches. Psoriasis is a disease in which skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. 

Zyciderm NF Cream is composed of two medicines: Mometasone (corticosteroid) and Terbinafine (antifungal). Mometasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids. Corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and antiproliferative (inhibit cell growth) properties. It blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Mometasone effectively treats inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema and psoriasis. On the other hand, Terbinafine is an antifungal medication that treats fungal infections, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane (a compound present in the fungi to maintain cell integrity) and resulting in fungal cell death.

Zyciderm NF Cream is available in the form of cream, gel, and lotion. Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Zyciderm NF Cream has common side effects like skin peeling, itching, irritation, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually go away during the treatment. Tell your doctor if you face any side effects like skin rash, headache, swelling, thinning, nausea, and vomiting after using Zyciderm NF Cream.

Zyciderm NF Cream is for topical (for skin) use only. Let your doctor know if you have allergic reactions to Mometasone, Terbinafine, or other medications. If you are using any other prescription, non-prescription drugs, herbal, or vitamin supplements, please inform your doctor before using Zyciderm NF Cream. Do not use Zyciderm NF Cream on sensitive areas like nostrils, ears, lips, or genitals. Avoid dressing the infected areas after applying Zyciderm NF Cream unless the doctor advised you to do so. Using steroids in pregnancy or breastfeeding may increase the risk of low birth weight in the newborn baby. Hence, Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Zyciderm NF Cream. Zyciderm NF Cream is not approved for use in children below 12 years of age.

Zyciderm NF Cream is used to treat fungal skin infections, such as eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, dermatitis, and tinea versicolor. Zyciderm NF Cream is composed of Mometasone (corticosteroid) and Terbinafine (antifungal). Mometasone is a corticosteroid and blocks prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers), which makes the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. It effectively treats inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema and psoriasis. Terbinafine is an antifungal drug that treats fungal infections by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane (a compound present in the fungi to maintain cell integrity) and thus resulting in fungal cell death.

• Itching
• Irritation
• Dryness
• Redness
• Burning sensation 
• Skin peeling

Avoid contact of Zyciderm NF Cream with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may irritate. In case Zyciderm NF Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Mometasone may also increase the risk of infection in patients exposed to viral illnesses like chickenpox or measles. Topical use of corticosteroids may sometimes cause systemic immunosuppression (decreased ability to fight infections), which further worsens the infections, hence Zyciderm NF Cream should be used with caution in patients with active infections.  Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Zyciderm NF Cream. Zyciderm NF Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Let your doctor know if you are using any prescription, non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal products before starting Zyciderm NF Cream.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Zyciderm NF Cream should be used with caution in diabetes, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), poor blood circulation, immune system problems, cataract or glaucoma, thyroid and pituitary diseases, heart, kidney or liver problems.

• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
• Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
• Do not scratch the affected area of 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.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the skin infection symptoms persist or worsen after two treatment weeks.

Fungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue.

Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating.

Jock itch: A fungal infection in the skin of the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks.

Eczema: It is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough. 

Psoriasis: It is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. 

Tinea versicolor: It is a fungal infection that causes lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.