• Amecool 1% Cream is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin
• It works by killing the fungi that cause these infections
• Amecool 1% Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor
• Do not use it more often or in higher quantity than prescribed as this will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects
• Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks of use
• Let your doctor know if your condition does not improve
• The effect of the medicine can be increased by keeping the affected area clean and dry, and washing hands before and after use
• 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 burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application and skin dryness
• These are not usually serious and resolve with time
• Call your doctor if these persist or bother you
• Seek emergency help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as a rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, and nausea
• Avoid direct contact with your eyes
• In case of accidental 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
• Ask your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Amecool 1% Cream

• In Treatment of Fungal skin infections Amecool 1% Cream is an antifungal medicine
• It kills and prevents the growth of fungus
• This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection
• It may be used to treat infections such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin
• You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone
• This will prevent the infection from coming back
• Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Amecool 1% Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Is Amecool 1% Cream safe in pregnancy?

Amecool 1% Cream should be avoided during pregnancy as there is no data to support its safety in pregnancy. However, you should consult your doctor who will evaluate the benefits versus risks to your unborn baby if it is necessary to use Amecool 1% Cream.

Is Amecool 1% Cream fungicidal or Fungistatic?

Amecool 1% Cream has fungicidal property as it acts by slowing the growth of fungi. It decreases an important constituent of the cell membrane of fungi (ergosterol), thereby exhibiting its fungicidal activity.

How to use Amecool 1% Cream?

Use Amecool 1% Cream exactly as per your doctor’s advice. If you have an athlete's foot between the toes, apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 2 weeks. If you have jock itch or ringworm, apply it to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 1 week. Always wash your hands after you apply this medicine.

How long does it take for Amecool 1% Cream to work?

For different ailments, Amecool 1% Cream works differently. Results for treating an athlete's foot between the toes are typically seen 4 weeks after treatment, but it may take up to 6 weeks in some patients. On the other hand, results for treating jock itch and ringworm are typically seen 3 weeks after treatment, and it may take up to 4 weeks.

How should I store Amecool 1% Cream?

Keep Amecool 1% Cream in the container it came in. Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature (20°C to 25°C) and away from light, excess heat, and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Is Amecool 1% Cream safe to use in children?

Yes, Amecool 1% Cream is safe and effective to be used in children above 2 years of age. Safety and effectiveness were observed to be the same between children and adults.

Common and Known Side effects of Amecool 1% Cream

• Application site reactions (burning
• irritation
• itching and redness)
• Dry skin