What is Ertaczo
SertaconazoleThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummarySertaconazole nitrate is an antifungal drug used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot. It comes in a topical form and belongs to the imidazole class of medications.
Ertaczois the brand name
Ertaczo Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Ertaczo
Sertaconazole
2003
3
Effectiveness
How Ertaczo Affects PatientsSertaconazole is an antifungal medicine that works by blocking the enzyme (cytochrome P450 14α-demethylase) that helps fungi to grow. This enzyme is not found in humans, so this drug is generally safe for humans to take. Sertaconazole has been shown to be effective against certain types of fungi, such as Cryptococcus neoformans and Candida spp. Studies have also shown that it can help treat systemic and intracranial fungal infections in both normal and immunocompromised animals.
How Ertaczo works in the bodySertaconazole stops a fungal enzyme from converting a molecule called lanosterol into another molecule called ergosterol. Ergosterol is important for the cell membrane of fungi, so stopping its production makes the cell walls more porous, allowing cellular contents to leak out. Sertaconazole may also impact the respiration of fungi, as well as its growth, metabolism, and ability to use certain molecules.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed portion of Ertaczo is contingent upon the identified affliction, including Mycoses, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis and Tinea Pedis. The dose may differ, as shown by the method of delivery laid out in the table below.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Mycoses
0.02 mg/mg,
Cream - Topical, , Cream, Topical
Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
0.02 mg/mg,
Cream - Topical, , Cream, Topical
Tinea Pedis
0.02 mg/mg,
Cream - Topical, , Cream, Topical
Warnings
Ertaczo ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Sertaconazole may interact with Toxoplasma Infections
Common Ertaczo Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Ertaczo Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Ertaczo?
An active clinical trial is assessing the potential of Ertaczo in managing Mycoses, Tinea Pedis and Vulvovaginal Candidiasis.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Tinea Pedis
0 Actively Recruiting
Mycoses
0 Actively Recruiting
Patient Q&A Section about ertaczo
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is the generic name of Ertaczo?
"ERTACZO (sertaconazole nitrate) cream can be applied topically and contains the azole antifungal, sertaconazole nitrate."
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What is Ertaczo ointment used for?
"This medication is for treating athlete's foot. It is an azole antifungal that works by stopping the fungus from growing."
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What is Sertaconazole ointment used for?
"Sertaconazole is a medication used to treat tinea pedis, a fungal infection of the skin on the feet. Sertaconazole belongs to a class of medications called imidazoles. It works by slowing the growth of the fungi that cause the infection."
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How much does Ertaczo cost?
"If you have a weak immune system, you should check with your provider before using Ertaczo (sertaconazole)."
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