Luliconazole
Luliconazole is an antifungal cream for athlete's foot, jock itch and ringworm, sold here as Luzu 1% in a 30g tube for once-daily use.
What luliconazole treats
Luliconazole is an antifungal cream for three of the most common skin infections: athlete's foot (a fungal infection of the feet and the skin between the toes), jock itch (the same kind of infection in the groin or buttocks) and ringworm (a red, scaly rash that can appear on the trunk, limbs and other parts of the body). All three are caused by dermatophytes, moulds that feed on keratin in the outer layer of skin. Luliconazole is an azole antifungal. Rather than killing the fungus on contact, it blocks a step the fungus needs to build its cell membrane, so the fungus stops growing and the skin clears as the infection dies off.
How to apply the cream
Spread a thin layer over the rash and about 2.5cm of normal-looking skin around it, once a day. Ringworm and jock itch are usually treated for a week, athlete's foot for around two weeks. Wash your hands afterwards, and if you are treating your feet, wash and dry between the toes before applying — damp, warm skin is where the fungus thrives. The cream is for skin only. Keep it out of your eyes, nose and mouth, do not swallow it, and do not use it in the vaginal area. The rash may look better within a few days, but finish the course anyway. Stopping early is the usual reason an infection comes back. Athlete's foot has a habit of returning, so drying your feet well after washing and changing socks daily is worth the small effort.
Side effects
Some people get stinging or itching where the cream goes on, or the skin looks irritated; it usually passes as the course goes on. Blisters, marked swelling or hives that spread beyond the treated patch are different. They suggest an allergic reaction and need urgent treatment. Because the cream stays on the skin, it is not expected to clash with other medicines you take.
Buying luliconazole here
One luliconazole product is sold on this page: Luzu 1%, a cream in a 30g tube. The 1% is the strength of the medicine in the cream. It belongs with the other antifungals in the shop, which covers creams, gels and tablets for fungal infections. Close the tube properly after each use and keep it somewhere cool and dry, out of children's reach.
Sources
- Luliconazole Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information — MedlinePlus
- Label: LULICONAZOLE cream - DailyMed — DailyMed
Where can I buy Luliconazole in Hong Kong?
You can buy Luliconazole online with delivery to Hong Kong, and the page lists generic Luzu in 30g tubes. Tracked courier delivery to Hong Kong takes 5 to 9 business days and includes online tracking.
How much does Luliconazole cost?
The price depends on the strength and pack size you choose. The Luzu 1% page shows current prices in HKD or the currency you select.
Do I need a prescription to order Luliconazole?
PockDose does not ask you to upload a prescription when you order luliconazole. See the ordering FAQ for details.
What are the other names for luliconazole?
Luzu is a brand name of luliconazole, which is also sold as Lulifin and Lulican. Here, luliconazole can be bought online as generic Luzu. These are generics, not the original brand.
How long does luliconazole take to work?
Many people notice less itching and redness within a few days. The infection itself only clears by the end of the course: one week for ringworm and jock itch, two for athlete's foot. Keep applying the cream until then, including once the skin looks normal.
What does 1% mean on the Luzu cream?
It is the strength of the cream — the proportion of luliconazole in it. Luzu 1% comes as a 30g tube. The percentage describes the concentration of the medicine, not how often you apply it; once a day is the usual routine.
What if I miss an application?
Put the cream on as soon as you remember. If your next application is nearly due, leave the missed one and continue with your normal routine; applying extra cream to catch up will not help.
Can I use luliconazole for nail fungus?
No. Luliconazole cream is for fungal infections of the skin — athlete's foot, jock itch and ringworm — not for infections in the nails. Nail fungus sits under the hard nail plate, out of reach of a cream, and needs a different treatment.