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Brand Name: Flumet 400 mg Generic Name: Metronidazole Strength: 400 mg per tablet Dosage Form: Oral tablet Drug Class: Nitroimidazole antibiotic / antiprotozoal Composition : Each tablet contains: Metronidazole IP 400 mg Excipients (inactive ingredients) as required Indications / Uses : Flumet 400 mg is used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites, including: Amoebiasis (intestinal & liver infections) Giardiasis Trichomoniasis Bacterial vaginosis Dental infections Intra-abdominal infections Skin and soft tissue infections Post-surgical infection prevention (in some cases) Administration : Taken orally with or after food Swallow whole with water Dose and duration depend on the type and severity of infection Main Uses : Flumet 400 mg is used to treat bacterial and parasitic infections, especially those caused by anaerobic organisms. Common Conditions Treated : Amoebiasis Intestinal amoebic infection (dysentery) Amoebic liver abscess Giardiasis Parasitic infection causing diarrhea Trichomoniasis Sexually transmitted infection Bacterial Vaginosis Dental Infections Gum infections, tooth abscess Intra-abdominal Infections Peritonitis Intestinal infections Skin & Soft Tissue Infections Post-surgical Infection Prevention Especially in abdominal or gynecological surgery Flumet 400 mg Tablet contains Fluconazole, an antifungal medication used to treat various infections caused by fungi and yeast, including mouth, throat, esophageal, lung, bladder, genital, and blood infections. It works by stopping fungal growth, making it effective for conditions like candida infections, cryptococcal meningitis, and certain skin infections. Key Uses of Flumet 400 mg : Candida Infections: Treats infections in the urinary tract, bloodstream, and esophagus. Cryptococcal Meningitis: Treats serious fungal infections in the brain. Vaginal/Oral Thrush: Treats vaginal and mouth infections. Prophylaxis: Prevents candida infections in patients with weak immune systems, such as those undergoing cancer or radiation therapy. Skin Fungal Infections: Used for infections like ringworm and athlete's foot. How It Works : Metronidazole works by: Entering bacterial and protozoal cells Damaging their DNA Stopping their growth and reproduction How It Helps : It kills bacteria and parasites by damaging their DNA, stopping their growth and spread. FLUMET Fluconazole Tablets IP 400mg Administration Indications / Uses

Product Name: DK Gel (topical antifungal gel) Form: Gel (for external skin application) Pack Size: Typically 30 gm tube (also available in XL 50 gm variants) Manufacturer/Marketer: Hegde and Hegde Pharmaceutica LLP (India) Active Ingredient : Miconazole (2% w/w): An antifungal agent that kills or stops the growth of fungi on the skin. Purpose / Therapeutic Class : Therapeutic Class: Topical Antifungal medicine Action Class: Imidazole antifungal — interferes with fungal cell membrane formation Key Specifications : Dosage Form: Gel for external use Strength: Miconazole 2% w/w Storage: Store below 25–30 °C in a cool, dry place DK Gel is a topical antifungal medicine, mainly used for treating fungal infections of the skin Athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis) – fungal infection on the feet Ringworm (Tinea corporis) – circular red patches on the body Jock itch (Tinea cruris) – fungal infection in the groin area Fungal infections of other skin areas – including arms, legs, and trunk Prevention of fungal infection in minor cuts or abrasions prone to fungal growth Fungal Skin Infections: Treats conditions like ringworm (circular patches), athlete's foot (infection between toes), and Jock itch (groin infection). Yeast Infections: Effective against candidiasis and related skin infections. Symptom Relief: Alleviates itching, inflammation, cracking, and burning sensations caused by infections. Versatile Application: Can be used on various body parts, including the trunk, feet, and groin. How it works : Miconazole in the gel disrupts fungal cell membrane formation, weakening and killing fungal cells that cause skin infections. This helps clear up the infection and reduces itching, redness, and irritation. The active ingredient miconazole kills or stops the growth of fungi, relieving itching, redness, scaling, and irritation

Brand / Product: Luliford Cream 20 gm Dosage Form: Topical cream for external skin use Pack Size: 20 grams tube Active Ingredient: Luliconazole 1% w/w — a topical antifungal agent Therapeutic Class: Topical antifungal medication Route of Administration: Topical (skin) — applied directly to affected skin areas Status: Prescription or doctor‑recommended medication (often OTC with medical guidance) Appearance: Off‑white to light cream (typical for topical creams; varies by manufacturer) Active Ingredient Detail : Luliconazole 1% w/w (i.e., 10 mg per gram of cream) Packaging & Storage : Comes in a tube (20 g) with a screw cap Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; keep out of reach of children Luliford Cream contains Luliconazole 1%, a topical antifungal agent. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, including : Tinea infections (ringworm) – affects body, groin, feet, or scalp Jock itch (tinea cruris) – fungal infection of the groin area Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) – fungal infection of the feet Fungal skin infections causing redness, itching, or scaling Key Uses and Information : Fungal Infections: Treats Tinea infections of the body, head, and beard. Mechanism: Kills fungi by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. Application: Apply a thin layer to the affected area, usually once daily, covering surrounding skin. Duration: Improvements are typically seen within 2–4 weeks; it is crucial to complete the full, prescribed course to prevent recurrence. Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, and do not use on broken skin or in children under 12 without consulting a doctor. Luliford Cream 20gm, containing the antifungal agent Luliconazole, is used to treat topical fungal infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot (interdigital tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and superficial skin infections caused by fungi (e.g., Candida). It works by destroying the fungal cell membrane, relieving symptoms like itching, redness, scaling, and burning. How it works : Luliconazole inhibits the growth of fungi by interfering with their cell membrane, stopping the infection from spreading. LULIFORD Luliconazole CREAM IP 20GM Uses

Candid‑CL Vaginal Suppository (a commonly stocked vaginal infection medicine): Brand / Product: Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository Generic Composition: Clindamycin 100 mg (antibiotic) Clotrimazole 200 mg (antifungal) Dosage Form: Vaginal suppository (pessary) Route of Administration: Vaginal (inserted into the vagina) Therapeutic Class: Anti-infective / antibiotic + antifungal combination Composition : Clindamycin 100 mg (antibacterial) Clotrimazole 200 mg (antifungal) Packaging & Storage : Usually comes in strips of 3 vaginal suppositories per pack (may vary). Storage: Store in a cool, dry place below 30 °C and avoid direct sunlight. Treats Vaginal Infections: Effective against bacterial, fungal (yeast), and parasitic infections. Relieves Symptoms: Reduces itching, burning, irritation, and inflammation in the vaginal area. Manages Discharge & Odor: Treats abnormal, foul-smelling, or excessive vaginal discharge. Pre-procedure Prep: Used to cleanse the genital tract before certain gynecological procedures. Candid-CL vaginal suppositories are used to treat vaginal infections, especially mixed infections caused by bacteria and fungi. Main uses include : Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection) – itching, white discharge, burning Bacterial vaginosis – foul-smelling discharge, discomfort Mixed vaginal infections (both bacterial + fungal) Vaginitis – inflammation of the vagina with discharge, itching, irritation Candid-CL vaginal suppositories combine Clindamycin (antibiotic) and Clotrimazole (antifungal) to treat mixed vaginal infections, including bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis (yeast infection), and trichomoniasis. They provide relief from itching, burning, abnormal discharge, and odor, typically used at bedtime for 3–7 days. Why it works : Clotrimazole kills fungal infections Clindamycin treats bacterial infections