PHYTORAL B CRM

Overview

PHYTORAL B CRM is a Schedule H drug.

PHYTORAL B CRM is composed of: KETOCONAZOLE (2.0 %W/W), BECLOMETASONE (0.025 %W/W)

Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection. Ketoconazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Beclomethasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

Usage

KETOCONAZOLE is generally used to treat: Fungal Infection

BECLOMETASONE is generally used to treat: Asthma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 5yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for PHYTORAL B CRM and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, alcoholism, blood problems (eg, prophyria), any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, liver, kidney or heart disease, sugar, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, muscle pain/weakness, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, ulcer, any allergy, who taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid contact with eyes. Since it takes time to get rid off from your health condition, continue to use it as directed by your healthcare provider. Avoid contact with people with chickenpox, measles or shingles.

Symptoms of Overdosage

KETOCONAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
BECLOMETASONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

KETOCONAZOLE : Nausea, Vomit
BECLOMETASONE : Body Pain, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Throat Soreness, Fever, Runny Nose, Difficulty Swallowing

Serious Side-Effects

KETOCONAZOLE : Depression, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Dizziness, Fainting

Rare Side-Effects

KETOCONAZOLE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

BECLOMETASONE can interfere with: Hyperadrenalism, Bacterial Infection, Tuberculosis, Congenital Herpes Simplex, Glaucoma, Osteoporosis

Technical Classification

KETOCONAZOLE is categorized as: AZOLE ANTIFUNGALS / ANTIFUNGALS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
BECLOMETASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for PHYTORAL B CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

KETO B CRM	INR 79 for 10 GM CREAM	KETOCONAZOLE 2.0 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W
PHYTORAL B CRM	INR 100 for 15 GM CREAM	KETOCONAZOLE 2.0 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

KENOZOLE-B CRM	INR 95 for 15 GM CREAM	KETOCONAZOLE 2.0 %, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %
KETO B LTN	INR 140 for 30 ML LOTION	KETOCONAZOLE 2.0 %, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %
KETONATE 0.03%/22% CRM	INR 36.5 for 5 GM CREAM	BECLOMETASONE 22.0 %, KETOCONAZOLE 0.03 %
KETONATE 2%W/W/0.025%W/W/0.5%W/W CRM	INR 60 for 15 GM CREAM	KETOCONAZOLE 2.0 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W