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The British National Formulary
The British National Formulary provides information on prescrib-
ing and administering prescription drugs in the UK.
Sulconazole nitrate
Indications: Fungal skin infections
Cautions: Contact with eyes and mucous membranes should be
avoided.
Side-effects: Occasional local irritation and hypersensitivity reac-
tions include mild burning sensation, erythema, and itching. Also blis-
tering. Treatment should be discontinued if these are severe.
Dose: Apply 1–2 times daily, continuing for 2–3 weeks after le-
sions have healed.
Exelderm (Centrapharm)
Cream, sulconazole nitrate 1%
An indication is a situation or a sign that suggests a specific
treatment should be given. A contraindication is a situation or a sign
that a specific drug or treatment should not be used or is contraindi-
cated.
Exelderm is a proprietary – commercial – name for a medication
containing sulconazole nitrate. The same drug may have both a pro-
prietary name and a generic name. For example, Prozac and Fluoxe-
tine are the proprietary and generic names for the same drug.