Fungal infection is one of the main problems in the field of dermatology. Most often, nail plates and skin are affected. Pathology is recommended to be treated as soon as possible in order to avoid serious consequences. One of the antifungal drugs is Ecodax (ointment). The instruction of the drug explains the mechanism of its therapeutic effect and describes the method of application. If you comply with the appointments of a specialist, you can cope with the disease quickly enough.
Drug description
Ecodax is an antifungal ointment manufactured by an Indian pharmaceutical company. The tool has a fungicidal, bactericidal and antifungal property. The active substance of the ointment is econazole nitrate - a substance related to imidazole derivatives. The mechanism of the therapeutic action of the drug is based on the possibility of suppressing ergosterol bisynthesis, which is responsible for regulating the permeability of the cell walls of microorganisms.
As an auxiliary substance in the cream, components such as phosphoric acid, chlorocresol, liquid paraffin, sodium hydroxide, cetomacrogol, mineral oil, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dehydrate, cetostearyl alcohol are used.
What is Ecodax used for?
According to official instructions, Ecodax ointment is effective against dermatophytes, yeast and mold fungi. An agent is also prescribed against some gram-positive pathogenic pathogens (staphylococci, streptococci, microorganisms of the genus N).
Fungal diseases are the first from which Ecodax should be used if the causative agent is microorganisms sensitive to the active component. An antimycotic agent is prescribed for the treatment of the following ailments:
- multi-colored lichen;
- fungal infection of the nail plates (onychomycosis);
- damage to the fungus of the skin (dermatosis);
- erythrasma;
- mycotic infection of the auditory canal;
- fungal balanitis;
- colpitis;
- thrush (vulvovaginal mycosis).
The drug "Ecodax" (ointment): instructions for use
The antifungal agent is intended exclusively for external use. A thin layer of ointment is applied to the area affected by the fungal pathogen, and rubbed until it is completely absorbed. Dry wet skin if the lesion is in the crease area. The duration of treatment depends on the stage of fungal infection. In some cases, a two-week therapeutic course is sufficient. In the treatment of dermatomycosis of the feet, a longer treatment (at least 6 weeks) will be needed.
For intravaginal use, the drug in the form of a cream should be administered using an applicator. Treatment must be continued for 14 days. To eliminate otomycosis, a gauze turunda is impregnated with a means and inserted into the auditory canal.
How to treat onychomycosis with ointment?
The product has a faint odor, is well absorbed, which allows it to be used in the treatment of skin fungus and nail plates. With onychomycosis, the nails should first be steamed. To do this, it is necessary to dissolve a small amount of soap and salt in warm water. The steamed nail plate is cut with scissors, and inaccessible places must be processed using a nail file.
On the affected nail plate, Ecodax should be applied twice a day. Ointment instruction recommends using at least two months. For a more pronounced therapeutic effect, the agent is applied under an occlusive dressing. It is necessary in order to block the access of oxygen and prevent the development of a bacterial infection.
Contraindications
The antimycotic agent "Ecodax" (cream for external application) is not used to treat fungal infections in children under 16 years of age, with increased sensitivity to constituent components and during pregnancy. When treating with other intravaginal agents based on mineral oil or petroleum jelly, Ecodax should not be used.
Side effects of the drug
An antifungal drug for external use is usually well tolerated, does not cause side effects. Only in rare cases, patients note the appearance of itching, burning in places treated with the Ecodax drug. Local allergic reactions in the form of urticaria, atrophy and hyperemia of the skin, contact dermatitis develop in isolated cases.
If any side effect occurs, the use of Ecodax (ointment) should be discontinued. The instruction in this case recommends contacting a specialist who will help you choose another drug for the further treatment of fungal infection.
Application features
The drug contains cetostearyl alcohol, which can cause irritation of the skin. Do not allow the cream to get into your eyes. If symptoms of intolerance or hypersensitivity to the components appear, stop using the ointment.
When treating with a drug, it must be borne in mind that the fat base contributes to the destruction of latex contraception. The cream negatively affects the action of spermicides, inactivating their therapeutic effect.
Patient Reviews
Many patients are satisfied with the therapeutic effect of the Ecodax medication. Reviews indicate that the ointment is quite effective and, if used correctly, really helps to get rid of fungal infections as soon as possible. After the symptoms of the fungus disappear, the product should be used for a few more days. A significant advantage is the cost of Ecodax. The price of a tube (10 g) is 140-160 rubles. Ointment is much cheaper, and at the same time no less effective than other popular antimycotic drugs for external use.
What can replace Ecodax?
At the pharmacy counter you can see a huge number of antifungal creams and ointments. Popular analogues of Ecodax are the following medicines:
- Amiklon;
- Econazole
- Ekalin;
- “Gino-Pevaril” (suppositories);
- "Econazole nitrate";
- "Zalain" (cream, suppositories).
Antifungal agents should be selected by a dermatologist or mycologist. It is not recommended to independently treat with a medication a fungal infection.