Product Description
Travocort Cream is an antifungal used to treat fungal, yeast, or dermatophyte infections of the skin.
Travocort Cream Formula
Travocort Cream has a combination of Isoconazole and Diflucortolone which belongs to the class of imidazole and triazole derivatives.
Travocort Cream Uses
Fungal or yeast infections can happen to anyone at any time. They can affect your sleep and daily activities. Well, in that case, Travocort cream can help you lessen the symptoms.
Many doctors prescribe Travocort cream in cases of fungal and yeast infections. Isoconazole nitrate works by treating fungal diseases and diflucortolone valerate suppresses the inflammation.
Some of the Travocort Cream 10 gm uses are given as follows:
- Fungal Infections of the Skin
- Intertrigo
- Athlete's Foot
- Ringworm
- Pityriasis Versicolor
- Fungal Nappy Rash
Doctors usually prescribe the drug to those who have a fungal infection on the skin.
Travocort Cream Alternatives
There are alternatives to this drug present in the market, such as Hydrozole, Lamisil, Daktacort, Canesten, Terbiderm, Betaderm NM, Travogen, Lomexin, Dermosporin, etc.
Medicinal Forms
Dosage and Administration
- Travocort Cream comes in 10 gm and it is only for topical application and shouldn’t be ingested.
- Doctors recommend it using two times a day.
- Apply a thin layer of ointment on the affected area and rub it until absorbed.
- If you miss a dose of Travocort Cream, then take the dose as early as possible. But if it is almost the time of the next dose, then skip the previous one and take the next one. And follow the regular dosing schedule.
- Follow the dosing instructions as advised by your doctor.
Travocort Cream Side Effects
There are no serious side effects after using Travocort Cream. But some of the commonly occurring effects are as follows:
- Skin irritation
- Itching
- Redness (Uncommon)
- Dryness (Uncommon)
- Burning Feeling
Risks and Warnings
There are some circumstances under which the use of medicine can be alarming. So before using the medicine, know its risks and warnings. Some of the risks and warnings associated with it are:
Mothers who are pregnant or breastfeeding their babies should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. It can harm your baby’s health. So, it is advised to consult a healthcare provider before taking any antibiotic.
- Allergic to Travocort Cream
If you’re allergic to Travocort Cream or any other drug like Travocort Cream, then do not use it. It is better to inform your doctor about any allergies you may have.
Travocort is only for topical application. Therefore, do not use it on open wounds and scars. Moreover, do not apply the cream to large areas of the body for long periods, especially to the areas that are covered for a long time (such as dressings, and diapers)
Drug Interactions
When you take more than two drugs together, they can cause a reaction in the body. Sometimes the reaction is not obvious. But sometimes, it can cause adverse reactions. Therefore, it is better to consult your doctor before taking any other medicines along with Travocort Cream.
So far, no drug interactions of the Travocort cream have been reported.
To avoid any drug interactions, it is better to tell your doctor the complete medical history and the medicines that you’re already taking.
Overdose of Travocort Cream
In case of an overdose or swallowing, it is advised to talk to your doctor immediately. It is unlikely to cause any dangerous effects but contact a pharmacist or doctor.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, and avoid refrigerating it
- Store it at room temperature (20–25°C)
- Keep it away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture
- Keep it away from children and pets
- Do not use the medicine once it has passed its expiration date