Iraz 2% Cream
Manufacturer
Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition
Ketoconazole (2% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Iraz 2% Cream is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot, thrush, and ringworm.
Dosage Form
Cream
Introduction
Iraz 2% Cream belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete's foot, thrush and ringworm.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Iraz 2% Cream is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes. Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use. Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others. Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after 4 weeks of treatment.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Iraz 2% Cream used for?
Iraz 2% Cream is used to treat skin infections that may appear on the feet (Athlete's foot), in the groin area (jock itch), or between skin folds (sweat rash infected with a yeast infection "thrush"). It is also used for candida infections of skin and nails. It rapidly relieves the itching caused by these fungal infections.
Is Iraz 2% Cream a steroid cream?
No, Iraz 2% Cream is not a steroid cream. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the imidazole class of medicines. It works by killing the fungi or by preventing the growth of fungi that cause infection.
What are the side effects of Iraz 2% Cream?
The common side effects are application site burning, redness, and itching. The application site may also develop some uncommon side effects such as discomfort, dryness, bleeding, severe allergic reactions, urticaria or hives, rash, skin exfoliation, sticky skin, prickling sensation, or inflammation.
Can I use a steroid cream along with Iraz 2% Cream?
It is recommended to use a mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone cream/ointment in the morning and use Iraz 2% Cream in the evening. You can then stop using the steroid cream gradually over 2-3 weeks. However, if you have used a potent corticosteroid for seborrheic dermatitis, maintain at least a gap of 2 weeks before you apply Iraz 2% Cream to prevent skin sensitization.
How should I apply Iraz 2% Cream?
Wash the affected area thoroughly with water and then dry it. Wash your hands carefully (until and unless your hands are also affected) after applying Iraz 2% Cream. This will prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body or other people.
For how long do I need to use Iraz 2% Cream?
You should use Iraz 2% Cream for as long as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is to be used for 2-4 weeks for jock itch and sweat rash and 2-6 weeks for Athlete's foot. Do not stop using it even if your symptoms have disappeared because the infection may reappear if not properly treated.
What should I do if I forget to use Iraz 2% Cream?
If you forget to use Iraz 2% Cream, do not worry and continue using Iraz 2% Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
