KFC Cream

About this Medicine

KFC Cream belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections such as athlete’s foot, thrush and ringworm. KFC Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. If you have Athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.The most common side effects of this medicine include itching, redness, burning sensation at the application site and dryness. Avoid direct contact of medicine with your eyes. In the case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, this cream should only be used if it is clearly needed.

How it Works

KFC Cream is a combination of four medicines: Ketoconazole, Fluocinolone acetonide, Neomycin, and Menthol. Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection. Fluocinolone acetonide is a steroid that works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness, pain, and swelling) and allergies. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Menthol is an extract from peppermint that provides a cooling effect on the skin. This is how it works to treat the infection.

Key Facts

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: DERMA

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