Bifunal
Drug name: Bifunal
Other names used:
- bifosin®
Active Ingredients:
bifonazole
Therapeutic actions: This medicine contains the active ingredient bifonazole, which is a type of antifungal medicine known as an imidazole. It kills fungi and yeasts by interfering with their cell membranes. Bifonazole works by inhibiting the production of a substance called ergosterol, which is an essential component of fungal cell membranes. The disruption in production of ergosterol disrupts the cell membrane and causes holes to appear. The cell membranes of fungi are vital for their survival. They keep unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the contents of the cells from leaking out. As bifonazole causes holes to appear in the cell membranes, essential constituents of the fungal cells can leak out. This kills the fungi.
Indications:
- Athlete's foot
- Erythrasma
- Skin candidosis
- Foot mycosis
Contraindications and cautions:
You should not use this medication in :
- allergy to imidazole type medicines, eg ketoconazole
- Breastfeeding
- Infants with nappy rash
- Pregnancy
Warning!
- This preparation is for external use only.
Adverse effects: Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.
allergic inflammation of the skin (contact dermatitis)
- Burning sensation
- Irritation of the skin
- Skin redness
- Skin peeling
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with this medicine. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
However there are no known interactions with this medicine.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
