Exelderm

Tinea Pedis, Pityriasis versicolor, Tinea cruris + 1 more
Treatment
0 Active Studies for Exelderm

What is Exelderm

SulconazoleThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummarySulconazole, also known as Exelderm, is an antifungal medication used to treat skin infections caused by fungus. It is available as a topical cream or solution and contains the active ingredient sulconazole nitrate, which inhibits the growth of common fungi that can cause skin infections. This medication is commonly used to treat tinea cruris and tinea corporis infections.
Exeldermis the brand name
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Exelderm Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Exelderm
Sulconazole
1989
9

Effectiveness

How Exelderm Affects PatientsImidazole derivatives work by mimicking the structure of purines, which are important for metabolism.

When to interrupt dosage

The endorsed dosage of Exelderm is contingent upon the determined condition, including Tinea Corporis, Tinea cruris and Tinea Pedis. The amount likewise changes as per the method of delivery (e.g. Solution - Topical or Topical) listed in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Tinea Pedis
, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg
, Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical
Tinea cruris
, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg
, Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical
Pityriasis versicolor
, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg
, Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical
Tinea Corporis
, 10.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg
, Topical, Solution, Solution - Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical

Warnings

There are 2 known major drug interactions with Exelderm.
Common Exelderm Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Haloperidol
Moderate
The serum concentration of Haloperidol can be increased when it is combined with Sulconazole.
Oliceridine
Moderate
The serum concentration of Oliceridine can be increased when it is combined with Sulconazole.
Exelderm Toxicity & Overdose RiskTests on rats have shown that taking too much sulconazole can be toxic to the developing embryo. There are no studies on its effects in pregnant women, so it should only be used if the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

Exelderm Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Exelderm?

There are currently no active clinical trials evaluating the potential of Exelderm to combat Tinea Corporis, Pityriasis versicolor and Tinea Pedis.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Tinea cruris
0 Actively Recruiting
Tinea Corporis
0 Actively Recruiting
Tinea Pedis
0 Actively Recruiting
Pityriasis versicolor
0 Actively Recruiting

Exelderm Reviews: What are patients saying about Exelderm?

5Patient Review
8/4/2010
Exelderm for Fungal Infection of the Skin with Yellow Patches
I had been dealing with chronic paranychosis for years before I decided to see a dermatologist. I was really embarrassed to let him see how bad my hands looked, but this treatment completely worked. My nails look normal for the first time in 20 years!
4.3Patient Review
8/3/2013
Exelderm for Ringworm of the Body
I had ringworm in several places on my body and after using this treatment for 1-3 weeks, it was completely gone.
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Patient Q&A Section about exelderm

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Exelderm used for?

"Sulconazole is a medication used to treat various skin conditions such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and pityriasis versicolor."

Answered by AI

How do you use Exelderm solution?

"This medication should be applied to the skin only. The area to be treated should be cleaned and dried thoroughly before the medication is applied. The medication should be applied to the affected skin once or twice a day, or as directed by a doctor. The dosage and length of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated."

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How long does it take for Exelderm to work?

"The symptoms of tinea cruris, tinea corporis, and tinea versicolor usually go away within a few days of starting to use EXELDERM (sulconazole nitrate) SOLUTION, 1.0%. The infection usually clears up within one week. To reduce the chances of the infection coming back, you should use the medicine for 3 weeks."

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Is Exelderm a steroid?

"Exelderm is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medication that does not affect the immune system or treat inflammation in the way that steroids do."

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