INTRODUCTION

ESAVA LOTION contains which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used in adults to treat fungal and yeast infections which may appear on the skin of the hands, feet, genital area, trunk, groin, scalp, face, chest or back.

ESAVA LOTION is not recommended for eye infections. Before applying ESAVA LOTION, inform your doctor if you are using a cream, ointment or lotion that contains a steroid.

ESAVA LOTION can be used if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, however, consult your doctor for advice. ESAVA LOTION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age).

The most common side effects of applying ESAVA LOTION are burning sensation, skin redness, or itching. If any of the symptoms worsen, contact your doctor.

USES OF ESAVA LOTION

Treats the fungal or yeast infections of skin appearing on:

• Trunk, chest, back
• Hands, feet
• Scalp, face
• Groin, genitals

HOW ESAVA LOTION WORKS

ESAVA LOTION reduces fungal infection by inhibiting the growth of the fungus by weakening the structure and function of the fungal cell membrane.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply ESAVA LOTION as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash the infected area and dry it well.  Apply it to the affected and immediate surrounding area with clean fingers. Unless the affected skin is on your hands, wash your hands with soap and water after using ESAVA LOTION in order to stop you from spreading the infection to other parts of your body or to other people.

Keep using ESAVA LOTION until a few days after all symptoms have completely disappeared. This is to prevent your symptoms from recurring.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Usually, you will see improvement after 4 weeks but if you don’t, talk to your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ESAVA LOTION

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Rash:

Applying a cold compress, damp cloth, or cool showers can bring immediate relief to swelling and reduce itching. Avoid hot showers because hot water can further irritate your skin. Do not scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors. Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if your skin rash persists.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

ESAVA LOTION can be used if you are pregnant, however, consult your doctor for advice.

BREASTFEEDING

ESAVA LOTION can be used if you are breast-feeding, however, consult your doctor for advice.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

ESAVA LOTION is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or to use machinery.

ALLERGY

Do not apply ESAVA LOTION if you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before applying ESAVA LOTION, inform your doctor if you are using the following medicines:

• Medicines used to treat inflammatory conditions (Ex. betamethasone, hydrocortisone)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally apply too much of ESAVA LOTION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include burning sensation, redness or swelling.