Bifozide 1% Cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is bifozide 1% cream used for?
Bifozide 1% Cream contains Bifonazole, an antifungal agent used to treat fungal skin infections like ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of fungal cell membranes, leading to fungal cell death. Apply once daily for 2-4 weeks.
- Generic Name: Bifonazole
- Manufacturer: Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bifozide 1% cream Uses & Benefits
Topical treatment of dermatophyte infections (tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis), pityriasis versicolor, and cutaneous candidiasis.
Off-label uses: Seborrheic dermatitis, onychomycosis (as adjunct).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Bifonazole |
| Brand Name | Bifrazo Cream |
| Manufacturer | Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Topical. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30ยฐC); keep tightly closed. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits ergosterol synthesis by blocking 14ฮฑ-demethylase, leading to accumulation of toxic sterols and fungal cell death.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bifozide 1% cream
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bifozide 1% cream
โ Common Side Effects
- Local irritation
- burning
- stinging
- erythema
- pruritus
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- angioedema (rare)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Bullous dermatitis
- urticaria
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Corticosteroids (topical) | Moderate | May increase local side effects |
| Anticoagulants (oral) | Minor | No significant interaction expected |
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to bifonazole or any component of the cream.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Clinical improvement; skin irritation; liver function tests if prolonged use.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Safe; minimal systemic absorption, unlikely to be excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Overdose unlikely; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose.
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๐ Substitutes for bifozide 1% cream
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bifo creamAdonis Laboratories Pvt Ltd โน59.87 67.6% CHEAPER
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kendax 1% creamBioas Medico Pvt Ltd โน166.00 10.3% CHEAPER
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bifrazo creamAethicz Biolife โน168.00 9.2% CHEAPER
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fonafirst 1% creamSkin First Cosmeceutical โน169.00 8.6% CHEAPER
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bifona creamSG Lifecare Pvt Ltd โน187.50 1.4% COSTLIER
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biospor 1% creamAS Lifesciences โน190.00 2.7% COSTLIER
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mycospor creamBayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd โน286.87 55.1% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.