A Complete Guide to Itch Guard Cream: Uses, Benefits, Precautions

Itch Guard cream is an antifungal, antimicrobial cream which is used to treat various skin disorders and skin infections like jock-itch, body ringworm and athlete’s foot. It also helps in reducing redness, cracking and burning of skin and irritation on skin. Itch Guard Cream is manufactured and marketed by Paras Pharma and it is very commonly used in India to prevent itching.

Composition of Itch Guard Cream:

A combination of various natural extracts forms Itch Guard Cream. Additionally, all the major and minor components of this Cream are –

• Ichtyolammonium topical – This antimicrobial agent treats rosacea and acne.
• Clotrimazole topical – This medicine reduces fungi and yeast, and thus treats fungal infections like jock itch, ringworm, and athlete’s foot.
• Boric Acid – It acts as an antioxidant and a neutralizer for the skin.
• Zinc Oxide – This ingredient prevents various skin infections like itching, burning, and irritation on the skin.
• Menthol – It provides a cooling sensation on the skin and thus helps in reducing irritation and itching.

Usage/Uses of Itch Guard:

Itch Guard Cream prevents and cures various infections and works as an antifungal, antibacterial cream. And, some of the major and minor uses of the cream are –

• Microbial Infections 
• Candidiasis
• Skin Fungal Infections
• Skin redness
• Itching
• Eczema
• Diaper Rash
• Jock Itch
• Athlete’s Foot
• Inflammation
• Body Ringworm
• Psoriasis
• Dermatitis
• Rosacea
• Cooling Sensation
• Cracking of Skin
• Vaginal Fungal Infections

How to use this Cream:

You can use Itch Guard to cure various skin and anal infections only after a doctor or physician prescribes it. Doctors generally advise using this medicine once or twice a day. Wash the area properly where you are applying the cream before applying it. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth while using this cream. Moreover, you should consult your doctor if you miss any dosage or overuse this medicine.

Adverse & Side Effects of Itch Guard Cream:

You should use this medication only as per the doctor’s advice. And, do not overuse or misuse this medicine.

Below are some of the side effects that may occur after using this cream. However, you should consult your doctor if you find any of these side effects –

• Irritation
• Burning of Skin
• Rashes on Skin
• Eczema
• Swelling on Skin
• Peeling of Skin
• Nausea
• Tenderness
• Vaginal Discharge
• Allergic Reactions
• Dermatitis
• Blistering of Skin

Precautions and Warnings while using this Cream:

Itch Guard should only be used as per the doctor’s advice. Keep this medicine away from the reach of children. Additionally, some of the precautions and warnings that should be taken while using this cream are–

• Eczematous Skin – This medicine is not recommended for patients with eczematous skin. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine.
• Do not wash the treated area immediately after applying this medicine.
• Wash your hands before applying this medicine and avoid contact with your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Do not apply an excessive quantity of this Cream.
• This cream is for external use only. Do not use this on sensitive areas.