Itchguard Plus Cream With Cooling Menthol 20g

New Itch Guard Plus Cooling Menthol Cream is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections that infests the skin and nails, including ringworm. It works by killing the fungus that causes the infection by eradicating it from the epidermis layer of the skin.

• Itch Guard Plus Cream is an antifungal medicated cream that works by stopping the growth of the fungus causing the infection.
• This will relieve symptoms of itching, soreness and irritation and clear up the rash on your skin.
• This medicine is effective in treating a wide range of fungal infections all over the body including athlete’s foot.

• Make sure the site of the applied/affected area is clean and dry before application.
• Take some amount of the cream on your fingertips and gently rub on the affected area in circular motions.
• Wash hands thoroughly after use and keep the spot of application open.

• The most common side effects of this cream include reactions like burning, irritation, itching and redness and skin peeling on the affected area of application.
• These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Avoid direct contact with eyes, nose or mouth.
• If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• You must inform your doctor if there’s no improvement even after four weeks of treatment.

• Itch Guard Plus Cream is for external use only.
• It should be used in the dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
• Avoid spicy foods, alcohol, tobacco smoke and caffeine as it may also make itching worse.
• Make sure to pat dry your skin after a bath or shower.
• Do not use perfumed soaps or deodorants.
• Moisturizers can be used regularly to soothe and hydrate the affected area.
• Always use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors to protect the affected area from harmful rays of the sun.
• Do not rub or scratch the affected area. Leave the skin exposed to the air as much as possible.
• Avoid hot showers or baths because hot water can irritate the skin.
• Water containing chlorine can make most skin problems worse, so avoid swimming.
• The affected area should be clean and dry before the application of the ointment.

1. Can I stop using the medication if I start to heal?

It is advisable to complete the full dosage of the cream as prescribed by your physician so that fungal infections cannot regrow in their place.

2. What if the site of the application is burning?

Burning on the affected area after applying the cream is a common side effect, but the burning should be mild. If it is intense, consult your doctor.

3. Can I apply SPF to the affected area?

Yes, if you go out in the sun and the affected area cannot be covered, make sure to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen after applying the cream, before stepping out.