Mycospor Cream (Bifonazole)

What Is Mycospor Cream?

Mycospor is an antifungal cream containing two active ingredients - Beclomethasone and Clotrimazole. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals manufactures it for treating fungal skin infections. Mycospor cream has two strengths - 0.025% + 1% w/w and 0.05% + 1% w/w.

It works against fungal infections by stopping the growth of pathogenic fungi on the applied area. Mycospor cream is usually applied twice a day to the area affected by fungal infection. It can also treat fungal infections in other areas of the body. The cream is safe and effective when used as directed.

How To Use Mycospor Cream?

Mycospor cream should be applied only on the affected skin area as directed by the doctor. Follow these steps when using Mycospor cream:

• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after application
• Clean and dry the infected skin area
• Use as directed by your doctor, usually two to three times a day
• Apply a thin layer and massage gently until it gets absorbed through the skin-care
• Avoid application over cuts, wounds, or irritated skin unless advised
• Do not cover the treated skin area with a bandage or dressing unless specified
• Continue application for the prescribed duration even if symptoms disappear early

Side effects

Some common side effects of Mycospor cream include:

• Itching, stinging, or burning sensation
• Dryness or redness at the application site
• Peeling of skin
• Rashes
• Acne

Benefits of Mycospor Cream

Mycospor offers the following benefits for fungal skin infections:

• Rapid relief in infection symptoms like itching and inflammation
• Prevents infection transmission
• Halts fungal growth and stops reoccurrence
• Higher efficacy than simple antifungal agents
• Aids faster recovery

Safety Advice

Avoid Mycospor cream contact with the eyes or mouth. Seek medical assistance if symptoms worsen or do not improve within four weeks. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before use. Do not ingest or use the cream for fungal nail treatment without medical approval. Stop use and report any hypersensitivity reactions. Please keep it away from children and follow storage instructions for optimum shelf life.

FAQ's

Can Mycospor Cream be used for a long time?

Mycospor cream can be safely used for two to four weeks based on infection severity. Prolonged use is unadvisable unless prescribed by a dermatologist.

How does Mycospor Cream work?

Beclometasone dipropionate suppresses inflammation, while Clotrimazole inhibits ergosterol synthesis in fungal cell walls. Together, they curb fungal infection, reduce swelling and redness, and speed up the healing of inflamed fungal skin infections.