Cutis Cream 1% 10g

About Cutis Cream 1% 10g

Cutis Cream Uses

• Ringworm (tinea corporis) on the body, arms or legs
• Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) between the toes
• Jock itch (tinea cruris) in the groin area
• Fungal skin infections caused by dermatophytes
• Cutaneous candidiasis affecting the skin folds
• Pityriasis versicolor in select cases

Cutis Cream Benefits

• Fungicidal action that kills the fungus directly rather than only slowing its growth
• Clears itching, redness and scaling within one to two weeks in most cases
• Once daily application makes it easy to fit into a daily routine
• Short treatment course of one to two weeks for most skin infections
• Stays mostly on the skin surface with minimal systemic absorption

What Experts Say

Dermatologists in Pakistan often favor topical terbinafine for dermatophyte infections because it is fungicidal rather than just fungistatic against most tinea causing fungi. This means it actively kills fungal cells instead of only halting their growth, which usually shortens treatment to one or two weeks compared with the four weeks sometimes needed with older azole creams.

Pakistan carries a heavy burden of tinea infections, driven by a hot humid climate, tight synthetic clothing and shared bathing spaces that favor fungal growth. Clinicians often see patients stop treatment as soon as itching and redness fade, well before the fungal load clears fully, which is a common reason for relapse and reinfection in general practice.

Terbinafine blocks squalene epoxidase, an enzyme the fungus needs to build its cell membrane, causing a toxic buildup of squalene inside the fungal cell. This direct toxicity, on top of membrane disruption, explains why symptom relief tends to come faster than with azole based creams. Most physicians advise continuing the cream for one to two weeks after symptoms clear to prevent recurrence.

Drug Class

• Allylamine antifungal

Cutis Cream 1% 10g formula

• Terbinafine Hydrochloride 1%

Available forms

• Cream

How to use Cutis Cream 1% 10g?

• Wash and dry the affected area before application
• Apply a thin layer of cream once daily to the affected skin and a small margin around it
• Gently rub the cream in until it disappears into the skin
• Continue for one to two weeks for athlete's foot and jock itch, and up to two weeks for ringworm
• Wash hands after application unless the hands are the treated area
• Do not cover the treated area with an airtight dressing

Drug Interactions

• Other Topical Products: Avoid applying other creams, ointments or cosmetics on the same area at the same time to prevent irritation
• Oral Terbinafine: Combining with an oral terbinafine course should only be done under a doctor's supervision to avoid excess exposure
• Corticosteroid Creams: Using a steroid cream on the same area can mask symptoms and delay proper healing of the fungal infection

Risks and warnings

• Allergy History: Avoid use in anyone with a known allergy to terbinafine or any other ingredient in the cream
• Broken Skin: Do not apply on open wounds, deep cuts or severely cracked skin
• Eye Contact: Keep away from the eyes, mouth and nose, rinse with water immediately if contact occurs
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if a doctor advises it, since topical absorption is low but not zero
• Children: Use in children only under medical guidance, since safety data in young children is limited
• No Improvement: See a doctor if symptoms do not improve within two weeks or if they worsen

Cutis Cream Side Effects

• Mild burning or stinging at the application site
• Itching or redness that is separate from the original infection
• Dryness or peeling of the treated skin
• Localized irritation or a rash around the application area
• Rare allergic reactions such as hives, swelling or severe skin irritation

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place
• Keep the tube tightly closed after each use
• Keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the printed expiry date