DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Topical imidazole antifungal.
Pharmacodynamics (Effect)This section has been translated automatically.
Inhibition of the synthesis of steroidal membrane components with subsequent permeability disturbance and lysis of the cells of dermatophytes, yeasts and moulds.
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IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Skin infections caused by fungi and gram-positive bacteria.
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- Apply 1% as cream, lotio, solution 2 times/day for 2-4 weeks thinly on the affected skin areas.
- In case of pityriasis versicolor, additionally apply sachet of 100 mg on 3 consecutive days in the evening after showering (do not dry off), massage into scalp and body for 3-5 minutes, allow to dry and rinse off the following day.
- In the case of mycotic balanitis, cream glans penis twice a day and place a strip of gauze soaked in cream under the prepuce (partner treatment!).
- Candida vulvovaginitis (partner treatment!): 3 days in the evening one vaginal tablet of 150 mg each or 6 days in the evening one vaginal tablet of 50 mg each or an applicator filling of cream.
Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.
Allergic reactions including anaphylactic shock, erythema, burning of the skin, photosensitization, edema.
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Pregnancy, first trimester, azole hypersensitivity.
PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.
Epi-Pevaryl, Gyno-Pevaryl
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer