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Endospore Cream is used to treat tinea unguium (fungal infection of nails), tinea versicolor (discoloured skin by fungal infection), athlete’s foot (ringworm of the foot), skin irritation, and inflammation caused by fungal infections. It contains Terbinafine and Salicylic acid which break down the clumps of keratin, removes dead skin cells, and softens the skin. It works by inhibiting the growth of fungi. It may cause common side effects such as warmth or a burning sensation, skin irritation, itching and redness at the application site. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

SALICYLIC ACID-3%W/W+TERBINAFINE-1%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Rivan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Endospore Cream

Endospore Cream is a topical medication used to treat fungal skin infections that are accompanied by thick, dry, or scaly skin. It is commonly prescribed for conditions such as athlete's foot, ringworm, and other fungal infections where the outer layer of the skin has become hardened or hyperkeratotic. By targeting both the underlying fungal growth and the physical buildup of scaly skin, this treatment helps restore your skin to its healthy state.

For the best results, you should apply it consistently and regularly as directed by your doctor. Be sure to apply it at the same times each day to maintain a steady healing environment on your skin. Along with using this medicine, keeping the affected area clean and dry, and wearing loose, breathable cotton clothing can significantly speed up your recovery.

While using this medication, you may experience mild local side effects like a temporary burning sensation, dry skin, or slight peeling where the cream was applied. These are usually harmless and resolve on their own, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you develop severe blistering, swelling, worsening redness, or signs of an allergic reaction like difficulty breathing.

Before starting it, tell your doctor if you have other skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, or if you have highly sensitive skin. Do not use this medication if you have had an allergic reaction to terbinafine, salicylic acid, or any of the other ingredients listed in the product.

While interactions with swallowed medicines are rare since this is applied directly to the skin, you should avoid using other medicated creams or ointments on the same area to prevent severe skin irritation. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an elderly patient, consult your doctor first to ensure this medication is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Endospore Cream

Your doctor may recommend this medication to help manage the following conditions:

  • Athlete's foot (tinea pedis): Helps clear fungal infections between the toes and on the soles of the feet, especially when the skin is thick, dry, or scaly.
  • Ringworm (tinea corporis): Fights the fungal infection causing red, circular, itchy rashes on the body and limbs.
  • Jock itch (tinea cruris): Targets fungal infections in the groin area, soothing intense itching, redness, and scaling.
  • Hyperkeratotic skin fungal infections: Softens and removes tough, scaly outer layers of skin so the antifungal treatment can work deeper and more effectively.

Key Benefits

When taken consistently as directed, this medication may provide the following health benefits:

  • Dual-action relief: It not only stops the growth of the fungus but also softens and peels away dry, hard skin, allowing for faster skin regeneration and healing.
  • Reduces itching and burning quickly: Patients often experience relief from intense itching, redness, and irritation within the first few days of starting treatment.
  • Improves skin appearance and texture: By shedding the scaly, thick outer layers of skin, it restores the skin's natural, smooth, and healthy appearance.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Apply a small amount of Endospore Cream on a clean and dry affected area.
  • Wash your hands before and after applying Endospore Cream.

How Endospore Cream Works

Endospore Cream combines two active ingredients that work together to clear fungal skin infections. The first active ingredient, terbinafine, is an antifungal agent. It works by stopping the growth of fungi. Specifically, it prevents the fungal cells from making ergosterol, which is a vital part of their cell membranes. Without a strong membrane, the fungal cells break down and die. The second active ingredient, salicylic acid, is a keratolytic agent. This means it gently breaks down keratin, a protein that holds dead skin cells together. By softening and peeling away the thick, dry, or scaly outer layers of infected skin, salicylic acid clears the physical barrier. This allows the terbinafine to penetrate deeper into the affected area to target the root of the fungal infection more effectively.
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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interaction was found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Endospore Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Endospore Cream.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Endospore Cream affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Endospore Cream.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Endospore Cream has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Endospore Cream.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Endospore Cream.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Endospore Cream is to be used on children below 12 years of age only when prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Endospore Cream can generally be taken even if you have heart problems. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding it.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Endospore Cream is generally safe for geriatric individuals. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

What if I have taken an overdose of Endospore Cream

Because this medication is applied to the skin, an accidental overdose from applying too much cream is highly unlikely to cause serious problems. However, if the medication is accidentally swallowed, seek emergency medical attention immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the affected area clean and dry: Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, so gently clean and dry the affected skin thoroughly.
  • Wear clean, breathable clothing: Change your socks, underwear, and clothing daily, and choose breathable fabrics such as 100% cotton to help prevent moisture buildup.
  • Do not share personal items: Avoid sharing towels, clothing, shoes, or hairbrushes to reduce the risk of spreading the infection or becoming reinfected.
  • Protect your feet in public areas: Wear sandals or flip-flops in public locker rooms, showers, and swimming pool areas to reduce the risk of fungal infections.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Endospore Cream to start to work: Endospore Cream starts to show its action within a few days of consistent and regular application. The time for which the effects of Endospore Cream last: Endospore Cream's effect lasts for several hours on consistent application.

What if you forget to take Endospore Cream

If you miss an application, apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply a double amount of cream to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Store it at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F).• Do not freeze the cream, and keep it away from direct heat and light.

Drug Warnings

  • For external use only: Keep the cream away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and other sensitive areas. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with cool water.
  • Do not apply to damaged skin: Do not use the cream on open wounds, deep cuts, or severely broken or bleeding skin.
  • Complete the full course: Continue using the cream for the full duration prescribed by your doctor, even if your symptoms improve after a few days, to help prevent the infection from returning.
  • Avoid using other topical products: Do not apply cosmetics, lotions, or other medicated creams to the treated area unless advised by your doctor.
  • Check the cream before use: Do not use it if you notice unusual colour changes, separation, or a strange odour.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other topical antifungal medicines (such as clotrimazole or miconazole): Using multiple antifungal creams on the same area without medical advice may increase skin irritation without improving treatment.
  • Other keratolytic or peeling agents (such as benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, adapalene, or topical salicylic acid): May increase skin dryness, peeling, redness, or irritation when applied to the same area.
  • Topical corticosteroids (such as hydrocortisone or clobetasol): May alter the appearance of the infection or affect treatment if used without your doctor's advice.
  • Other medicated creams or cosmetics: Applying other topical medicines, medicated cosmetics, or skin-care products to the treated area may increase irritation or affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor about all products you are using before starting treatment.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Endospore Cream when used as directed. 

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[TOPICAL ANTISEPTICS, SKIN ANTISEPTICS]

FAQs

Endospore Cream is used to treat tinea unguium (fungal infection of nails), tinea versicolor (discoloured skin by fungal infection), athlete’s foot (ringworm of the foot) and localized fungal infections of the skin.
Endospore Cream consists of terbinafine and salicylic acid that can effectively treat fungal infections. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic agent and causes shedding of the outer layer of skin. Terbinafine kills the fungi by preventing the formation of fungal protective covering. Together, Endospore Cream helps in treating skin infections.
Endospore Cream is for topical (for skin) use only. Unless the doctor advises, do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Endospore Cream. Do not apply Endospore Cream on mucous membranes, lesions, or large areas of skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water.
It is not advised to stop using Endospore Cream even after your symptoms are relieved. You should complete the full course of treatment. You might see improvement in your symptoms, but the disease might not be cured completely.
You must maintain at least a three-hour gap after applying Endospore Cream if you are using more than one topical medicine.
It is advised to avoid using any cosmetic products while being treated with Endospore Cream to prevent any interaction or skin irritation.
You should avoid applying it to your face unless specifically instructed by your doctor. The skin on your face is highly sensitive and more prone to severe irritation and peeling. Talk to your doctor for advice on treating facial skin issues.
You should not cover the treated skin with tight, airtight, or plastic bandages unless your doctor explicitly tells you to do so. Covering the area can increase skin irritation and excessive absorption of the medication. Talk to your doctor about how to properly care for the treated area.
The safety of this topical combination during pregnancy has not been fully established. It should only be used if the potential benefit justifies the risk and is recommended by a medical professional. Talk to your doctor to discuss your options.
No, it is formulated specifically for fungal infections on the skin. Topical creams do not easily penetrate the nail bed to treat deep nail infections. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to find an appropriate treatment for nail fungus.
If the cream gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with plenty of cool, clean water immediately. If you experience persistent burning, redness, or vision changes, seek medical attention or talk to your doctor right away.
You should not apply it to open wounds, deep cuts, or severely damaged skin. This can lead to excessive irritation, pain, and unwanted absorption of the active ingredients into your bloodstream. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the condition of your skin.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

411- Vrundavan Enclave, Nr. Torrent Power Cross Road, Naranpura, Ahmedabad-380013
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