Hascofungin

Leaflet attached to the packaging: patient information

You should carefully read the contents of the leaflet before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
The medicine should be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or according to the doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
You should keep this leaflet, so you can read it again if you need to.
If you need advice or additional information, you should consult a pharmacist.
If the patient experiences any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, they should tell their doctor or pharmacist.
If there is no improvement or the patient feels worse, they should contact their doctor.

Table of contents of the leaflet:

1. What is HascoFungin cream and what is it used for
2. Important information before using HascoFungin cream
3. How to use HascoFungin cream
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store HascoFungin cream
6. Package contents and other information

1. What is HascoFungin cream and what is it used for

The active substance of HascoFungin cream (ciclopirox olamine) has antifungal effects, destroying the cells of pathogenic fungi and yeast that cause skin diseases, as well as anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
The fungi sensitive to ciclopirox olamine are pathogenic fungi and yeast, as well as some bacteria (Gram-positive and Gram-negative).

Indications for use

Local treatment of all forms of skin fungal infections:

• - skin candidiasis (yeast infection that usually occurs between the toes, under the breasts, and in skin folds);
• - body ringworm, foot ringworm, groin ringworm (between the toes of one or both feet, sometimes on the sole or sides of the feet);
• - pityriasis versicolor (yellow-brown spots that usually occur on the torso);
• - foot fungal infections.

2. Important information before using HascoFungin cream

When not to use HascoFungin cream:

• - if the patient is allergic to ciclopirox olamine or any of the other ingredients of the medicine.

When to exercise caution when using HascoFungin cream:
You should avoid contact with the eyes.
Do not use on damaged skin.
Using HascoFungin cream during pregnancy and breastfeeding:
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the medicine should only be used if considered necessary by a doctor.
Before using the medicine, you should consult a doctor.
Effect on ability to drive and use machines:
The medicine does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.

3. How to use HascoFungin cream

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or according to the doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
Usually, the cream should be applied in a thin layer to the affected areas of the skin 1 or 2 times a day.
The duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of the infection. Treatment should be continued for at least 1-2 weeks after the symptoms have disappeared.
If there is no improvement or the symptoms worsen, you should consult a doctor.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, HascoFungin cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects include:

• - local skin irritation, itching, redness, burning, discomfort.

If side effects occur, you should stop using the medicine and consult a doctor.

5. How to store HascoFungin cream

Store in a room temperature (up to 25°C), in the original packaging, in a place inaccessible and invisible to children.

6. Package contents and other information

What HascoFungin cream contains:
The active substance of the medicine is ciclopirox olamine.
1 g of cream contains 10 mg of ciclopirox olamine.
Other ingredients are: white petrolatum, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, macrogol 400, purified water.
What HascoFungin cream looks like and what the package contains:
Cream for external use, white or almost white.
The medicine is available in aluminum tubes containing 15 g or 30 g of cream, closed in a cardboard box.
Responsible entity:
Hasco-Lek S.A.
Szosa Krakowska 76
05-092 Ząbki
Manufacturer:
Hasco-Lek S.A.
Szosa Krakowska 76
05-092 Ząbki
Date of last update of the leaflet:
01.02.2011

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

Do not use near the eyes.

Children and adolescents

There is no data on the use of the medicine in children.

HascoFungin cream and other medicines

You should tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the medicines you are currently taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicines you plan to take.
No interactions with other medicines have been reported so far.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Driving and using machines

The medicine does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.

HascoFungin cream contains

The medicine may cause a local skin reaction (e.g., contact dermatitis).

HascoFungin cream contains benzonic acid

It causes mild skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritation.

3. How to use HascoFungin cream

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or according to the doctor's or pharmacist's instructions. If you have any doubts, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.
The medicine is intended for use on the skin.
Usually, the medicine is applied to the affected areas of the skin and around them 2 times a day (in the morning and evening).
Treatment should be continued until the disappearance of the disease changes, usually from 2 to 4 weeks, and in the case of foot fungal infections for a month or longer. If the changes do not disappear, you should contact your doctor.

Using a higher dose of HascoFungin cream than recommended

There is no data on overdose.
If you use a higher dose of the medicine than recommended, you should immediately consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Missing a dose of HascoFungin cream

You should use it as soon as possible.

If you have any further doubts about using this medicine, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, HascoFungin cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

• Local skin reactions, such as redness, itching, burning.
• Rarely, allergic reactions.

If you experience any side effects, you should stop using the medicine and consult your doctor.

5. How to store HascoFungin cream

Store in a room temperature (up to 25°C), in the original packaging, in a place inaccessible and invisible to children.

Rarely, the following may occur: local hypersensitivity reactions, irritation, burning, redness, swelling, or itching.

Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products (current address, phone number, and fax of the Department) e-mail: adr@urpl.gov.plReporting side effects can help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store HascoFungin cream

Store in a closed original package, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the package. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. You should ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and other information

What HascoFungin cream contains

• The active substance of the medicine is ciclopirox olamine. 100 g of cream contains 1 g of ciclopirox olamine.
• Other ingredients (excipients) are: cetylstearyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, glycerol monostearate self-emulsifying, light liquid paraffin, octyldodecanol, polysorbate 60, glycerol, benzoic acid, lactic acid, purified water.

What HascoFungin cream looks like and what the package contains
HascoFungin cream is a white cream with a mild odor.
One package contains 30 g of cream.
Responsible entity and manufacturer
HASCO-LEK S.A.
PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY "HASCO-LEK" S.A.
51-131 Wrocław, ul. Żmigrodzka 242/244
tel.: (42) 646 22 22
fax: (42) 646 24 02
www.hasco-lek.pl
as of: 03.2023
HascoFungin
cream
30 g