Composition:

Aristocort Plus Cream: Each gram cream contains Econazole Nitrate BP 10 mg & Triamcinolone Acetonide BP 1 mg.

Pharmacology:

Econazole Nitrate is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent. It is effective against various dermatophytes, yeasts and moulds. Moreover, it has activity against gram-positive bacteria. Triamcinolone Acetonide is a potent corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and anti-allergic activity.

Indications:

Aristocort Plus Cream is indicated in dermatomycosis caused by dermatophytol yeast and fungus with clear inflammatory and allergic symptoms such as various eczematos mycosis, diaper dermatitis, eczema marginatum, intertrigo, follicolitis, tricophytica and cycosis barbi. Aristocort Plus Cream is also indicated for the treatment of mycosis present in various folds of the body.

Dosage and application:

The cream should be applied by gently rubbing into the skin with the finger once or twice daily for 14 days or as directed by a registered physician.

Contraindications:

Like all preparations containing corticosteroids, Aristocort Plus Cream should not be used on tubercular or leutic skin infections or in viral diseases.

Side effects:

Aristocort Plus Cream is well tolerated, even to sensitive skin. Burning sensation, pruritis and reddish skin have rarely been reported.

Precautions:

Long-term continuous steroid therapy should be avoided since adrenal suppression can occur, particularly when infants or children are treated or when occlusive dressings are applied. Discontinuation of the medication is advised if hypersensitivity occur.

High risk group:

Pregnancy: The use of corticosteroids during pregnancy has not been established. However, topical steroids should not be used extensively in pregnancy, i.e. in large amount or for prolonged period.

Benefits:

Aristocort Plus is a safe & effective agent for eczema.

Aristocort Plus is a potent drug & gives quick result in eczema & other inflammation.

Packing:

Aristocort Plus Cream: Two types of tube contain 5g and 10g cream.