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Ringworm is a group of diseases caused by over 200 different species of microscopic fungi, mainly dermatophytes and yeasts, less often other types of fungi. The most common symptoms of mycosis are unpleasant skin changes, itching and redness. Ringworm can occur with varying degrees of severity of symptoms. In the case of more intense disease symptoms, it may be necessary to consult a doctor and use a prescription drug.
Composition and action of Travogen
Travogen is a drug belonging to the group of imidazole derivatives. Its composition includes an active substance – isoconazole – with an intense antifungal effect. Travogen works primarily in the fight against mycosis caused by various species of dermatophytes, yeasts, as well as mold and some other fungi causing symptoms typical of mycosis. Isoconazole results in the inhibition of the synthesis of one of the main components of the fungal cell membrane – ergosterol. As a result, the structure of the fungal cell membrane is disturbed, which leads to their death.
When applied to the skin, Travogen penetrates all layers of the human skin, including the epidermis and dermis, where fungal infection usually develops. Travogen is poorly absorbed into the bloodstream.
Within 1 hour after application, Travogen penetrates into the stratum corneum and living layers of the skin. The highest concentration is maintained for about 7 hours after application.
When is travogen used?
Travogen is recommended for use in the event of symptoms of skin mycosis, mainly in the area of:
- feet and hands,
- groin,
- genital area.
Less frequently, Travogen is used in the treatment of onychomycosis and in the treatment of tinea versicolor and erythematous.
How should you take Travogen?
Trovagen is intended for topical application, directly on the skin, in places affected by lesions. The drug is available in the form of an easily absorbed cream. Usually, Travogen is applied to the skin once a day, leaving it until absorbed. The duration of treatment may depend on the severity of symptoms and the length of time the disease progresses; most often it is 1-2 weeks or 3 weeks for athlete’s foot and tinea pedis. In other cases, the intensity of use and the duration of the treatment are determined by the doctor.
After applying Travogen to the affected skin, wait for the drug to be absorbed. For this purpose, you can gently rub or pat the cream into the skin. It is recommended to use the treatment for a period of about 2 weeks after the symptoms have disappeared in order to prevent their recurrence.
Travogen – precautions
As with all drugs, the use of Travogen may also be associated with the occurrence of side effects.
First of all, you should be extremely careful when applying the drug. After applying it, it is recommended to wash your hands thoroughly to remove the layer of the drug. Avoid contact of Travogen with the eyes, mucous membranes of the nose or mouth, as well as other delicate places in the human body. If Travogen comes into contact with your eyes, rinse them immediately with plenty of cold water. In the event of contact of the drug with the genitals, the auxiliary substances contained in it (including paraffin and petroleum jelly) may damage the latex contained in many contraceptives. For this reason, particular caution should be exercised when taking certain contraceptives during treatment with Travogen, especially in the presence of genital mycosis.
Due to the presence of alcohol in the composition of Travogen, its use may cause local allergic reactions, including contact dermatitis. The other, most common side effects associated with the use of Travogen include:
- skin irritation,
- baking,
- drying of the skin surface,
- reddening,
- itching
- sweat eczema,
- skin blisters
- oozing changes.
The use of Travogen does not affect the ability to drive vehicles, operate machinery or equipment. The use of this drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding is only possible with the consent of the doctor. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women who start treatment with this medicine should inform their doctor about their condition. It is worth mentioning, however, that clinical trials have not shown that isoconazole or any of the other ingredients of the drug can pass into the milk of new mothers.
Travogen can be used in children under 18 years of age only with the consent of a doctor.
During treatment with Travogen, special precautions should be taken due to the possibility of transferring fungi to other places. It is recommended to change linen, towels and other personal items daily.
- Manufacturer: Bayer Form, dose, packaging: cream; 1 g contains 10 mg of isoconazole nitrate; 20 g Availability category: Rp Active substance: Isoconazole