Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush. Secondary and off-label uses of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel is used -
Mild
Is the use of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Itch Guard without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Itch Guard does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel on the Kidneys?
Itch Guard does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel on the Liver?
Itch Guard is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel on the Heart?
Itch Guard is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel
You can take Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel
Taking Itch Guard Insect Bite Gel with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
No, ideally Itch Guard can't be used on the face but please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Itch Guard is a brand name of clotrimazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is used to treat antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).
Itch Guard should be applied topically (on the skin) and it can be taken orally. Topically, it is applied in sufficient quantity on the affected area two times in a day. Duration, of course, will vary according to antifungal infection.
Yes, Itch Guard is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the dermatologist. However, few side effects are observed such as localized irritation with stinging and burning sensation.
No, Itch Guard is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug know as imidazole.
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