What is LUZU cream used for?

LUZU Cream is a prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) to treat fungal infections in people with athlete’s foot that is between the toes, jock itch, and ringworm. Before using LUZU Cream, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you: are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

How long does it take for LUZU to work?

You should start to notice improvement in symptoms after using luliconazole (Luzu) for a few days. Remember to use this medication for the recommended amount of time (2 weeks for athlete’s foot, 1 week for jock itch and body ringworm), even if your symptoms are mostly gone.

What is the latest treatment for toenail fungus?

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved a supplemental New Drug Application for efinaconazole (JUBLIA) topical solution, 10%, to treat onychomycosis. The agency extended the approval of efinaconazole to treat the fungal infection of the toenails for patients >6 years old.

Which is better luliconazole or ketoconazole?

In this study we have found both luliconazole and ketoconazole to be effective in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor. However, over a 4-week period, luliconazole was found to be more effective than ketoconazole.

What do you need to know about Luzu cream?

Luzu cream (luliconazole topical) is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Luzu cream is used to treat athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) or jock itch (tinea cruris) in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

How often should I apply Luzu foot cream?

To treat athlete’s foot: Apply the medicine to the affected areas and nearby skin once per day for 2 weeks. To treat jock itch or ringworm: Apply Luzu Cream to the affected areas and nearby skin once per day for 1 week. Apply only a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area.

Can you use Luzu cream if allergic to Luliconazole?

You should not use Luzu Cream if you are allergic to luliconazole. It is not known whether Luzu will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication. It is not known whether luliconazole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.

How to treat jock itch with Luzu cream?

To treat jock itch or ringworm: Apply Luzu Cream to the affected areas and nearby skin once per day for 1 week. Apply only a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Spread the medicine onto the nearby skin about 1 inch on all sides of the affected areas. Wash your hands after applying this medicine.