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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Monoguard Shampoo

Monoguard Shampoo is a topical medication used to treat fungal skin infections, dandruff, and seborrheic dermatitis. It works by targeting the root cause of these conditions to relieve irritation, scaling, and redness on the skin or scalp. This treatment helps restore the natural balance of your skin barrier.

For the best results, you should apply Monoguard Shampoo consistently at the same times each day as directed by your doctor. This topical product is applied directly to the affected skin or scalp, usually without any dietary restrictions. Keeping the affected area clean and dry, and wearing breathable cotton clothing, can also support your recovery.

While using Monoguard Shampoo, you might experience mild skin irritation, burning, or redness at the application site. These side effects are usually temporary, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you develop severe burning, swelling, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Talk to your doctor before using Monoguard Shampoo if you have highly sensitive skin, open wounds, or severe skin damage. Do not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients.

Because Monoguard Shampoo is applied to the skin, it is unlikely to interact with oral medicines or alcohol, but you should still inform your doctor about all products you use. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before starting this treatment.

Uses of Monoguard Shampoo

Your doctor may prescribe Monoguard Shampoo to treat the following conditions:

  • Seborrheic dermatitis: Monoguard Shampoo helps control the redness, itching, and scaling associated with this inflammatory skin condition, particularly on the scalp and face.
  • Dandruff: Monoguard Shampoo treats dandruff by reducing the excess yeast on the scalp that causes flaking and itching.
  • Fungal skin infections: Monoguard Shampoo clears various fungal infections of the skin by stopping the growth of the fungi responsible for the infection.

Key Benefits

Monoguard Shampoo helps treat inflammatory skin conditions and fungal infections by reducing inflammation, relieving itching, and controlling the growth of fungi on the skin. Regular use, as directed by your doctor, helps restore healthier skin and prevent recurring symptoms. Key benefits include:

  • Relieves Itching and Irritation: Helps reduce itching, burning, redness, and discomfort by calming skin inflammation.
  • Reduces Flaking and Scaling: Restores the skin's natural renewal process, helping to reduce dandruff, flaky skin, and scaly patches.
  • Controls Fungal Growth: Helps eliminate fungi and prevents their overgrowth, reducing the risk of recurrent fungal skin infections.
  • Promotes Skin Healing: Supports the recovery of irritated and damaged skin, helping restore a healthier skin barrier.
  • Improves Overall Skin Health: By treating both inflammation and fungal infection, it helps keep the affected skin clearer, healthier, and more comfortable with continued use.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Check the label for directions before using Monoguard Shampoo.
  • Wet hair with a sufficient quantity of water. Apply 5 to 10ml of shampoo on the scalp, depending on the length of hair. Massage to lather and leave it on the scalp and hair for a few minutes. Then, thoroughly rinse with water.
  • Monoguard Shampoo is only for external use.
  • Avoid contact of Monoguard Shampoo with the eyes. In case Monoguard Shampoo comes in contact with the eyes accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

How Monoguard Shampoo Works

Monoguard Shampoo contains sertaconazole nitrate and zinc pyrithione, two active ingredients that work together to treat fungal skin and scalp conditions. Sertaconazole nitrate is an azole antifungal that inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. By disrupting the formation and integrity of the fungal cell membrane, it prevents fungi from growing and multiplying, helping clear the infection. Zinc pyrithione primarily acts as an antimicrobial and antifungal agent. It disrupts membrane transport and other essential cellular processes in fungi and yeast, particularly Malassezia species, reducing their growth on the skin and scalp. By controlling the overgrowth of these microorganisms, it helps relieve flaking, scaling, itching, and inflammation associated with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Together, these ingredients eliminate the underlying fungal cause of infection while relieving associated symptoms and helping prevent recurrence when used as directed.
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of Monoguard Shampoo with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Monoguard Shampoo.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Monoguard Shampoo is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Monoguard Shampoo is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Monoguard Shampoo while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Monoguard Shampoo usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Monoguard Shampoo in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Monoguard Shampoo in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Monoguard Shampoo is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Monoguard Shampoo is generally considered safe for heart patients if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available regarding the use of Monoguard Shampoo in elderly patients. If you have any concerns about the usage of Monoguard Shampoo in geriatrics, please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Monoguard Shampoo

An overdose of this topical medicine is highly unlikely when used as directed. However, if anyone accidentally swallows Monoguard Shampoo, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control center right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the affected area clean and dry: Wash your skin gently and dry it thoroughly, especially in skin folds, as fungi grow best in warm, moist environments.
  • Wear breathable clothing: Choose loose-fitting clothes made from natural fabrics such as cotton to reduce sweating, friction, and moisture buildup that can worsen fungal infections.
  • Use gentle skincare products: Avoid harsh soaps, heavily fragranced cosmetics, and irritating hair or skin products, as they can aggravate the affected area and delay healing.
  • Maintain good scalp and skin hygiene: Wash your hair and scalp regularly if the infection involves these areas, but use lukewarm water instead of hot water to help protect your skin's natural barrier.
  • Avoid scratching: Try not to scratch the affected skin, as this can damage the skin barrier, spread the infection, and increase the risk of a secondary bacterial infection.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Monoguard Shampoo to start to work: The time required for Monoguard Shampoo to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Monoguard Shampoo last: The duration of action for Monoguard Shampoo is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Monoguard Shampoo

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

•Store Monoguard Shampoo at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C. •Keep the container tightly closed when not in use. Do not freeze this medication, and keep it away from direct heat, moisture, and sunlight.

Drug Warnings

  • Check the packaging before use: Ensure the container is sealed, the packaging is intact, and the medicine has not expired. Do not use the product if it has changed color, texture, or consistency.
  • For external use only: Apply Monoguard Shampoo only to the affected skin. Do not swallow it or allow it to come into contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, or other mucous membranes.
  • Apply only to healthy skin: Do not use Monoguard Shampoo on open wounds, deep cuts, severely damaged, or infected skin unless directed by your doctor.
  • Avoid using other topical products on the same area: Do not apply other creams, ointments, gels, or medicated products to the treated area unless your doctor recommends it.
  • Follow your treatment plan: Use Monoguard Shampoo exactly as prescribed. If your symptoms do not improve, worsen, or you develop signs of skin irritation or an allergic reaction, contact your doctor promptly.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Topical medications are rarely absorbed into the bloodstream in large amounts, making interactions with oral drugs unlikely. However, avoid applying other topical creams, steroids, or skin treatments to the same area at the same time, as they may interfere with how Monoguard Shampoo works.
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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Monoguard Shampoo when used as directed.
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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIFUNGALS]

FAQs

Monoguard Shampoo belongs to the class of antidandruff agents used to treat dandruff. Dandruff is a scalp condition characterized by dry, itchy, white flakes of skin on the scalp.
Monoguard Shampoo works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, Monoguard Shampoo kills fungi causing dandruff and provides relief from flaky and itchy scalp.
You are recommended to use Monoguard Shampoo for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment with Monoguard Shampoo, please consult a doctor.
If you have mild dandruff, you are recommended to wash your hair daily with a gentle shampoo to reduce the amount of oil on the scalp. If your regular shampoo doesn’t work or if you have severe dandruff, use an anti-dandruff shampoo.
You are not recommended to stop using Monoguard Shampoo without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, use Monoguard Shampoo for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while using Monoguard Shampoo, please consult your doctor.
Dirty hair does not cause dandruff but not washing your hair often enough makes the oil build-up leading to flakes.
Yes, if your doctor has prescribed it for seborrheic dermatitis on your face. Be very careful to avoid your eyes, nose, and mouth during application. Talk to your doctor if you experience any facial irritation.
Hair loss is not a common side effect of Monoguard Shampoo. In fact, treating the underlying scalp inflammation and dandruff can help support a healthier environment for hair growth. Talk to your doctor if you notice unusual hair shedding.
Rinse your eyes immediately with plenty of cool, clean water. If you experience persistent burning, redness, or changes in your vision, contact a doctor right away.
Because this is a topical product, very little of it enters your body. However, you should still consult your doctor before using Monoguard Shampoo if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to ensure it is completely safe for you.
It is best to let Monoguard Shampoo absorb completely into your skin before applying any other products. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if you should wait a specific amount of time before applying cosmetics.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - MON0685
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