Luliford Soap 50gm: Uses, Side Effects, Price & Substitutes

Name: Luliford Soap 50gm
Brand: LULIFORD
SKU: TM-SOAP1-000535
Price: 74.85 INR
Availability: InStock

About Luliford Soap 50gm

Luliford Soap is used to manage superficial fungal infections of the skin, such as tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and tinea corporis (ringworm). This medication belongs to a class known as antifungals.

In addition to managing these specific fungal infections, this soap also cleanses the skin during application. This makes it more convenient, as it allows for both cleaning and medicating the affected areas simultaneously.

You should use the soap as directed by your doctor. Before using this soap, make sure to inform your doctor about any other pre-existing conditions or medications you are currently using. If you experience any side effects after using this soap, report them to your doctor immediately. Use the soap for the duration prescribed by your doctor for optimal results.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Luliford Soap and what is it used for?

Luliford Soap is a medicated soap containing luliconazole, an antifungal agent. It's used to manage common skin fungal infections like athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.

How does Luliford Soap work against fungal infections?

The active ingredient in Luliford Soap, luliconazole, disrupts the structure and function of the fungal cells by blocking the production of a substance called ergosterol, effectively managing the infection.

How should I use Luliford Soap?

Wash the affected area and massage the soap to make a lather. Leave the lather on for the duration recommended by your doctor, before rinsing off thoroughly with water.

How long does it take for Luliford Soap to show results?

Clinical studies have shown effective treatment rates of 70-80% after 4 weeks from the start of therapy. If no improvement is seen after 2-4 weeks, consult your doctor.

Can pregnant or breastfeeding women use Luliford Soap?

Always consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding before using this medicine.

What are the possible side effects of using Luliford Soap?

Common side effects include reactions at the application site like burning, stinging, dryness, redness, and itching. These are usually mild and temporary. Consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.

Can I use other creams or ointments along with Luliford Soap?

While there are no known interactions with other topical medicines, always inform your doctor about all the products you are using before starting any new medicine.

References

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2013, Nov). Luzu (luliconazole) cream label. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/204153s000lbl.pdf
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2013, Dec). Drug Approval Package - Luzu (luliconazole) cream. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/nda/2013/204153Orig1s000TOC.cfm
National Center for Biotechnology Information (2024). PubChem Compound Summary for CID 3003141, Luliconazole. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Luliconazole
DrugBank Online. (2022, Jan 27). Luliconazole. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB08933
Khanna, D., & Bharti, S. (2014). Luliconazole for the treatment of fungal infections: an evidence-based review. Core evidence, 9, 113–124. https://doi.org/10.2147/CE.S49629
Koga, H., Nanjoh, Y., Kaneda, H., Yamaguchi, H., & Tsuboi, R. (2012). Short-term therapy with luliconazole, a novel topical antifungal imidazole, in guinea pig models of tinea corporis and tinea pedis. Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, 56(6), 3138–3143. https://doi.org/10.1128/AAC.05255-11
Mahajan, A., Kaur, L., Singh, G., Dhawan, R. K., & Singh, L. (2021). Multipotentiality of Luliconazole against Various Fungal Strains: Novel Topical Formulations and Patent Review. Recent advances in anti-infective drug discovery, 16(3), 182–195. https://doi.org/10.2174/2772434416666211111105854

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