Econazole Vaginal

Information About Econazole Vaginal

Uses of Econazole Vaginal

Vaginal Econazole is often used to treat skin problems. Bacteria and yeasts, such as thrush, cause the infections (Candida).

How Econazole Vaginal Works

Econazole vaginal pessaries are solid, torpedo-shaped pessaries (vaginal suppositories). When they are put into the vagina, they release a medication known as econazole nitrate. This medication is an antifungal, which eliminates fungi and yeasts by intervening with their plasma membrane.

Side Effects of Econazole Vaginal

Itchy Skin, Burning Sensation (Skin), Rash, Burning Sensation (Around Or Inside The Vagina), Reddening Of Your Skin

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Econazole Vaginal Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction of Econazole Vaginal with alcohol.

Pregnancy Limited Data

The safety of Econazole Vaginal in human pregnancy is not established. Therefore, Econazole Vaginal should only be used for pregnant women after careful risk/benefit assessment by the doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

There is limited data if Econazole Vaginal in safe to be used during breastfeeding. Therefore, Econazole Vaginal should only be used for pregnant women after careful risk/benefit assessment by the doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Econazole Vaginal should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Kidney Use With Care

Econazole Vaginal is excreted via urine after being metabolised, however, it is poorly absorbed from skin or vagina. Thus, insignificant amount would present in the body system. Econazole Vaginal is most probably safe to be used in patients with kidney disease but it should be used with caution if it is taken orally. Dose adjustment may be needed if administered orally.

Liver Limited Data

Liver is the main organ where metabolism of Econazole Vaginal takes part. Hence, Econazole Vaginal should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Econazole Vaginal may be needed if it is taken orally. However, different from oral use, Econazole Vaginal is insignificant in systemic circulation if it is used topically or as vaginal pessary due to poor absorption through skin and vagina.