Ertaco Cream 2% contains Sertaconazole Nitrate, a topical antifungal agent used for the treatment of superficial fungal infections of the skin. It belongs to the azole class of antifungals and exhibits broad-spectrum activity against dermatophytes, yeasts, and some Gram-positive bacteria, making it effective in controlling both fungal proliferation and associated inflammation.

Ertaco Cream 2% is designed for direct application to the affected area, providing targeted therapy with minimal systemic absorption. It helps relieve itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort associated with fungal skin infections, promoting faster recovery and restoring healthy skin.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

• Sertaconazole Nitrate: 2% w/w per gram of cream

Indications

Ertaco Cream 2% is indicated for:

• Tinea infections (dermatophytosis): including tinea corporis, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis

• Candidal infections of the skin and folds

• Pityriasis versicolor caused by Malassezia species

• Inflammatory fungal infections with associated itching, burning, or redness

• Situations requiring a topical antifungal with both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity

Mechanism of Action

Sertaconazole Nitrate, the active ingredient in Ertaco Cream, works through multiple mechanisms:

1. Inhibition of ergosterol synthesis: Sertaconazole interferes with the enzyme lanosterol 14-α-demethylase, disrupting the production of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane.

2. Disruption of fungal cell membrane integrity: Lack of ergosterol causes cell membrane leakage, leading to fungal cell death.

3. Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects: Sertaconazole reduces skin inflammation and secondary bacterial colonization, helping to alleviate itching, redness, and irritation.

Through these actions, Ertaco Cream effectively eliminates fungal infection while reducing associated discomfort.

Dosage and Administration

• Route: Topical

• Dosage: As prescribed by a registered physician

Apply a thin layer of Ertaco Cream 2% to the affected area twice daily, gently rubbing it into the skin. Treatment duration depends on the type and severity of the infection, typically ranging from 2 to 4 weeks. For optimal results, continue therapy for several days after symptoms resolve to prevent recurrence. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

Benefits of Ertaco Cream 2%

• Provides rapid relief from itching, redness, and scaling

• Effective against a wide range of fungal infections including dermatophytes, yeasts, and Malassezia

• Anti-inflammatory properties reduce skin irritation and discomfort

• Topical application ensures minimal systemic absorption

• Suitable for use on body, groin, and feet

• Promotes complete healing and restores healthy skin

  রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Precautions and Warnings

• Use only as directed by a physician

• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, or other mucous membranes

• Not recommended for systemic fungal infections

• Discontinue use if allergic reaction or severe irritation occurs

• Caution in patients with broken or damaged skin

• Keep out of reach of children

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place

• Keep the tube tightly closed

• Protect from light and moisture

Pharmaceutical Category

Topical Antifungal / Azole Antifungal / Anti-inflammatory Antifungal.