Undecylenic Acid, Compound, Topical

What are other names for this medicine?

Type of medicine: antifungal

Generic and brand names: calcium undecylenate, topical; undecylenic acid, compound, topical; Caldesene; Cruex; Decyclenes; Desenex; Protectol

What is this medicine used for?

This medicine is used on the skin to treat fungus infections.

What should my health care provider know before I take this medicine?

Tell your health care provider if you are allergic to any medicines.

Females of childbearing age: Tell your health care provider if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This medicine should not be used by pregnant women who are close to delivery of the infant. This medicine should not be used while breast-feeding.

How do I use it?

Keep this medicine away from your eyes. If you accidentally get it in your eyes, flush them well with water. Before using the medicine, wash your skin with mild soap and water, then rinse and dry.

If you are using the cream, put a generous amount on your skin and rub it in gently. If the fungus is on your feet, be sure to put the cream between your toes. Do not use the cream on badly irritated or broken skin unless your health care provider approves.

Dust the powder on your skin. If the fungus is on your feet, sprinkle it between your toes and in your socks and shoes. Keep your feet dry and well ventilated.

Use the aerosol powder as directed on the can. Do not spray it near your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not inhale the spray. Do not use the aerosol near heat, open flame, or cigarettes. Shake the can before spraying.

Wash your hands after using this medicine.

The powder is usually used daily after the infection is healed to keep it from returning.

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use double doses. If you are not sure of what to do if you miss a dose, or if you miss more than one dose, contact your health care provider.

What should I watch out for?

Contact your health care provider if your symptoms do not improve in a month or if they get worse.

What are the possible side effects?

Check with your health care provider if your skin becomes irritated after using this medicine.

What products might interact with this medicine?

No significant drug interactions have been reported.

Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, nonprescription, supplements, natural remedies, and vitamins) with you. Be sure that you tell all health care providers who treat you about all the products you are taking.

How should I store this medicine?

Store this medicine at room temperature. Keep the container tightly closed. Protect it from heat, high humidity, and bright light.

This advisory includes selected information only and may not include all side effects of this medicine or interactions with other medicines. Ask your health care provider or pharmacist for more information or if you have any questions.

Ask your pharmacist for the best way to dispose of outdated medicine or medicine you have not used. Do not throw medicine in the trash.

Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Do not share medicines with other people.