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Itapro Dusting Powder is an antifungal medicine used in the treatment of fungal infections. It helps reduce itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort by eliminating the fungi responsible for the infection. Some people may experience side effects like irritation, itching, and redness. It is for external use only.

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More about the Product

Composition :

ITRACONAZOLE-2%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Itapro Dusting Powder

Itapro Dusting Powder is a topical antifungal medicine used to treat certain fungal skin infections. It works directly at the site of infection to stop the growth of fungi, helping relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, scaling, and peeling while allowing the skin to heal.

For the best results, apply Itapro Dusting Powder exactly as suggested by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area thoroughly before applying a thin layer of the cream. Continue using it for the full suggested duration, even if your symptoms improve earlier, as stopping treatment too soon may allow the infection to return. Keeping the affected area clean and dry, wearing loose-fitting clothing, and avoiding sharing towels or clothing can also help speed recovery.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Some may notice mild burning, itching, redness, or irritation where the cream is applied. These effects are usually temporary and improve as your skin adjusts. Stop using the cream and seek medical advice immediately if you develop severe skin irritation, blistering, swelling, or signs of a serious allergic reaction such as difficulty breathing or swelling of the face or throat. Although serious allergic reactions are very rare with topical use, they require urgent medical attention.

Do not use Itapro Dusting Powder if you are allergic to it or any of the other ingredients in the product. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have severely damaged skin, open wounds, chronic skin diseases, or if the affected area is infected with bacteria as well as fungi. If you have diabetes, a weakened immune system (such as HIV infection or cancer treatment), or poor blood circulation, seek medical advice before starting treatment, as fungal infections may require closer monitoring or different treatment.

Although only a very small amount of the medicine is absorbed through the skin, tell your doctor about any other creams, ointments, or medicated lotions you are using on the same area. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, breastfeeding, treating a young child, or using this medicine in an older adult, consult your healthcare provider before use. This cream should only be used as suggested and should not replace medical evaluation if you are unsure whether your skin condition is caused by a fungal infection.

Uses of Itapro Dusting Powder

Itapro Dusting Powder is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections. The detailed uses of Itapro Dusting Powder are as follows:

  • Ringworm (Tinea corporis): Helps treat the red, circular, itchy rash caused by fungal infection on the body.
  • Athlete's foot (Tinea pedis): Treats fungal infection between the toes and on the feet, helping relieve itching, burning, scaling, and cracked skin.
  • Jock itch (Tinea cruris): Helps clear fungal infection affecting the groin and inner thighs, reducing itching and redness.
  • Other superficial fungal skin infections: May be suggested by your doctor for other fungal infections that respond to topical Itapro Dusting Powder, depending on the diagnosis.

Key Benefits

  • Relieves itching and irritation: Helps reduce itching, burning, redness, and discomfort caused by fungal skin infections.
  • Treats the infection at its source: Stops fungal growth, allowing the infection to clear and helping healthy skin return.
  • Helps prevent the infection from spreading: Regular use as suggested reduces the chance of the fungal infection spreading to nearby skin or recurring after treatment.
  • Works directly on the affected area: Because the medicine is applied to the skin, very little enters the bloodstream, reducing the likelihood of body-wide side effects.
  • Easy to apply: The cream spreads easily over the affected skin and fits conveniently into your daily skincare routine.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Wet the body with water and rub soap gently to produce a rich lather. Leave it for a few minutes and then wash thoroughly with water.
  • Avoid contact of Itapro Dusting Powder with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

How Itapro Dusting Powder Works

Itapro Dusting Powder works by stopping fungi from making ergosterol, an important substance that acts like a building block for the fungal cell membrane (its protective outer covering). Itapro Dusting Powder blocks an enzyme called lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, which fungi need to produce ergosterol. Without enough ergosterol, the fungal cell membrane becomes weak and damaged. As a result, the fungus cannot grow, multiply, or survive, and your body's natural healing process gradually clears the infection.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Interaction of Itapro Dusting Powder with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Itapro Dusting Powder.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor will advise it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before using Itapro Dusting Powder; your doctor will decide whether Itapro Dusting Powder can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Not applicable

Itapro Dusting Powder usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Itapro Dusting Powder in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Itapro Dusting Powder in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Itapro Dusting Powder for children, please consult a doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have any heart problems before using Itapro Dusting Powder.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Itapro Dusting Powder should be given to geriatrics only when suggested by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Itapro Dusting Powder for geriatrics, please consult a doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Itapro Dusting Powder

Since this is a topical medicine, an accidental overdose from skin application is highly unlikely. However, if the medication is accidentally swallowed, or if severe skin irritation occurs from applying too much, seek immediate medical attention or contact your local poison control center.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the affected skin clean and dry. Fungi grow best in warm, damp areas.
  • Wear loose-fitting, breathable clothing made of cotton or other natural fabrics to reduce sweating and moisture.
  • Change your socks, underwear, and towels daily, especially if they become damp with sweat.
  • Do not scratch the infected area, as this can spread the fungus to other parts of your body or lead to a bacterial skin infection.
  • Avoid sharing personal items such as towels, clothing, socks, shoes, combs, or bedding to reduce the risk of spreading the infection to others.
  • If you have athlete's foot, wash and dry your feet carefully, especially between the toes. Allow shoes to dry completely before wearing them again, and consider using antifungal powder if recommended by your doctor.
  • Wear protective footwear in public showers, locker rooms, and swimming pool areas to reduce the risk of fungal infections.
  • Wash clothing, towels, and bed linens regularly in hot water whenever possible to help remove fungal spores.
  • Manage underlying health conditions such as diabetes, as high blood sugar levels can make fungal infections harder to treat.
  • Maintain good personal hygiene and avoid wearing tight or damp clothing for long periods.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Itapro Dusting Powder to start to work: The time required for Itapro Dusting Powder to show its action is unknown.
  • The time for which the effects of Itapro Dusting Powder last: The duration of action for Itapro Dusting Powder is unknown.

What if you forget to take Itapro Dusting Powder

If you forget to apply Itapro Dusting Powder, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and resume your regular routine. Do not apply a double amount to make up for a missed application.

Storage

• Store Itapro Dusting Powder at controlled room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Use this medicine only for the skin condition diagnosed by your doctor. Do not self-treat with oral Itapro Dusting Powder or other antifungal medicines without medical advice.
  • Complete the full course of treatment, even if the rash looks better before the treatment is finished. Stopping early may allow the infection to return.
  • Do not apply the cream to open wounds, severely damaged skin, or inside the eyes, mouth, nose, or vagina unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
  • Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings or bandages, unless your doctor advises otherwise, as this may increase skin irritation.
  • Wash your hands before and after applying the cream, unless you are treating your hands.
  • Do not share your cream with others, even if they have similar symptoms.
  • If the infection spreads, becomes painful, produces pus, or you develop fever, seek medical attention promptly, as you may have a bacterial infection or need a different treatment.
  • Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks or if the infection returns soon after treatment.
  • Topical treatment may not be enough for fungal infections involving the nails, scalp, large areas of skin, or recurrent infections. These conditions may require oral antifungal medicines suggested by your doctor.
  • People with diabetes, a weakened immune system (such as HIV infection, cancer treatment, or long-term steroid use), or poor circulation should seek medical advice before starting treatment, as fungal infections may be more severe and require closer monitoring.
  • If you are treating a child, use the cream only as recommended by your healthcare provider.

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  • Other topical medicine: Applying Itapro Dusting Powder together with other medicated creams, ointments, gels, or lotions on the same area may reduce the effectiveness of one or both products, or increase skin irritation, redness, or dryness. If you need to use more than one topical medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist how to space the applications.
  • Topical corticosteroids: If you are using steroid creams (such as hydrocortisone, betamethasone, or clobetasol) on the same area, tell your doctor. In some cases, your doctor may recommend using them at different times or stopping the steroid cream, depending on your skin condition.

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Itapro Dusting Powder when used as directed.

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No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIFUNGALS - TOPICAL]

FAQs

You may notice improvement in itching, redness, and irritation within a few days of starting treatment. However, fungal infections may take 2–4 weeks to clear completely, depending on the type and severity of the infection. Use Itapro Dusting Powder for the full duration suggested by your doctor, even if your symptoms improve earlier. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 2 weeks of regular use, consult your doctor.
Use Itapro Dusting Powder on your face only if your doctor has advised you to do so. The skin on the face is more sensitive, and not every facial rash is caused by a fungal infection. A proper diagnosis is important to ensure you receive the right treatment.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Itapro Dusting Powder. Since only a small amount of the medicine is absorbed through the skin, the risk is expected to be low, but your healthcare provider will decide whether it is suitable for you.
Apply the cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not apply extra cream to make up for the missed application.
Avoid covering the treated area with airtight or occlusive bandages unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so. Covering the area may increase skin irritation and can make the skin too moist, which may slow healing.
Itapro Dusting Powder is mainly intended for fungal infections of the skin. It does not penetrate the nail well enough to effectively treat most fungal nail infections. Nail fungus often requires oral antifungal medicine or other specialised treatments suggested by a doctor.
Yes, but avoid applying other creams, lotions, cosmetics, or medicated products to the same area at the same time. If you need to use another topical product, ask your doctor or pharmacist about the best order and timing of application to avoid reducing the effectiveness of the treatment.
If your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of regular use, if they become worse, or if the infection returns soon after treatment, consult your doctor. You may need further evaluation to confirm the diagnosis or determine whether a different treatment, including an oral antifungal medicine, is required.
Children should use Itapro Dusting Powder only on the advice of a healthcare professional. The doctor will decide whether it is appropriate based on the child's age, the type of fungal infection, and the area of skin involved.
No. Continue using Itapro Dusting Powder for the full course suggested by your doctor, even if the rash appears to have cleared. Stopping treatment too early may allow some fungi to survive, increasing the risk that the infection will return.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India.
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