Name
Pevaryl 1% non-alcoholic cutaneous solution
econazole
What is it and what is it for?
Pevaryl 1% non-alcoholic cutaneous solution is a medicine for local use indicated for the treatment of Pityriasis Versicolor, a fungal (caused by fungi) skin infection characterised by the development of light and dark, slightly scaly patches mainly on the trunk (chest, arms, face, neck and shoulders).
Treating the entire body surface makes it possible to eliminate the fungus even where the skin is still apparently healthy.
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.
What you need to know before taking the medicine
DO NOT use Pevaryl
- if you are allergic to econazole, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Pevaryl.
Pevaryl is indicated for external use only.
Pevaryl is not indicated for ophthalmic or oral use.
If allergic reactions or skin irritation occur, discontinue treatment and contact your doctor.
Children and adolescents
There is no data available
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The use of topical products, especially if prolonged, can give rise to sensitization phenomena. If this occurs, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor.
In case of particularly intense local reactions, it is necessary to suspend treatment and consult your doctor.
Below is a list of side effects that have occurred with Pevaryl.
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) include:
• Itching
• Burning sensation of the skin
• Pain
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) include:
• Erythema
• Malaise
• Swelling
Side effects with unknown frequency include:
• Angioedema (swelling of the face, mouth, lips and/or tongue)
• Contact dermatitis
• Rash
• Hives
• Formation of vesicles
• Skin exfoliation
• Hypersensitivity
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.