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Ecolon is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
For adults, apply this cream sparingly to the affected skin, no more than twice a day, ideally once in the morning and once in the evening. Do not cover it with an occlusive dressing, and do not use it on large areas of the body. Keep using the cream until the inflammation settles, but not for longer than 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, if you still need treatment, switch to a preparation that contains econazole or econazole nitrate alone.
Pediatric use needs extra care. Children may be more open to HPA axis suppression and Cushing's syndrome from a topical corticosteroid than adults are, because their skin covers a larger area relative to their body weight. Use it with caution.
Side Effects
Rarely, transient mild local irritation, itching, and redness may occur immediately after application. Econazole has minimal allergenic potential and is well tolerated, even by delicate skin. Adrenal suppression may occur with long-term continuous use of topical steroids, particularly in infants and children or when occlusive dressings are used. Note that an infant's napkin can act as an occlusive dressing.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
For external use only. Do not use this cream in the eyes or by mouth. If you notice a reaction that suggests an allergy or chemical irritation, stop using the medicine. Corticosteroids put on the skin can be absorbed in large enough amounts to cause effects throughout the body, including suppression of the adrenal glands. How much gets absorbed can go up with several factors: applying it over a large area of skin, applying it to damaged skin, covering the area with an occlusive dressing, and using it for a long time. Topical corticosteroids are linked with thinning and wasting of the skin, stretch marks, visible small blood vessels, and purpura (purple bruising). They can also raise the risk of a skin superinfection or an opportunistic infection. Children need extra care. A child's skin is different from an adult's, and a child has a larger skin surface area compared with body weight, so more of the corticosteroid may be absorbed through the skin. In children, this cream should be used only for short periods (less than 2 weeks) and only on small areas (less than 10% of the body surface area). Visual disturbances can be associated with both systemic and topical corticosteroid use. If a patient has blurred vision or other vision problems, the patient should be considered for referral to an ophthalmologist to check for possible causes, which may include cataract, glaucoma, or rare conditions such as central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR).
Contraindications
Contraindicated for use in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. As with other corticosteroid-containing dermatological preparations, this cream should not be used on skin affected by tuberculosis, chickenpox (varicella), herpes simplex, or other viral infections, nor applied to fresh vaccination sites. It is also contraindicated in decubitus ulcers; in viral, bacterial, or fungal skin infections such as cutaneous tuberculosis, cutaneous syphilis, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and chickenpox; and in rosacea or rosacea-like dermatitis.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Econazole itself does not cross the placenta, but triamcinolone acetonide does. Topical corticosteroids used during pregnancy have been linked to abnormalities in foetal development. It has not been established whether this finding applies to humans. Even so, topical steroids should not be used in pregnancy in large amounts or over long periods.
Lactation: Only a negligible amount of econazole passes into breast milk, and some triamcinolone may be excreted in small amounts too. For this reason, this cream should not be prescribed to a breastfeeding mother. If it is prescribed, breastfeeding should be stopped for the duration of treatment.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
This cream, a combination of econazole nitrate and triamcinolone acetonide, is meant for use on the skin only. Corticosteroids put on the skin, triamcinolone included, can be absorbed in large enough amounts to cause effects in the rest of the body. If someone swallows it by accident, the treatment is symptomatic. If the cream gets into the eyes, wash them with clean water or saline, and get medical attention if symptoms persist.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep this medicine in a cool, dry place where the temperature stays below 30°C, and away from light. Always keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Ecolon 1%+0.1%
What is Ecolon 1%+0.1% Cream?
Ecolon 1%+0.1% Cream is a medicine that contains Econazole Nitrate + Triamcinolone Acetonide. It is made by Supreme Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Triamcinolone & Combined preparations group of medicines.
What is Ecolon used for?
Ecolon is used for: Fungal Infection, Eczema, Psoriasis.
What are the side effects of Ecolon?
Rarely, transient mild local irritation, itching, and redness may occur immediately after application. Econazole has minimal allergenic potential and is well tolerated, even by delicate skin.
Can I take Ecolon during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: Econazole itself does not cross the placenta, but triamcinolone acetonide does. Topical corticosteroids used during pregnancy have been linked to abnormalities in foetal development. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Ecolon?
This cream, a combination of econazole nitrate and triamcinolone acetonide, is meant for use on the skin only. Corticosteroids put on the skin, triamcinolone included, can be absorbed in large enough amounts to cause effects in the rest of the body. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Ecolon?
Keep this medicine in a cool, dry place where the temperature stays below 30°C, and away from light. Always keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Ecolon?
Some medicines can interact with Econazole Nitrate + Triamcinolone Acetonide, for example: Carbamazepine, Theophylline, Rifampicin, Amphotericin B, Phenytoin, Cyclosporine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Ecolon?
Ecolon is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.