Oxizol1%
Lotion
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Oxizol is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Oxizol is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The ... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Oxizol is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s fo... View More
Uses of Oxizol
- Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Oxizol
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Oxizol
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Oxizol works
Oxizol is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
What if you forget to take Oxizol?
If you miss a dose of Oxizol, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your re... View More
- Oxizol helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Some tips for personal hygiene:
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
- It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Indication
Tinea pedis, Tinea cruris, Tinea corporis, Pityriasis versicolor
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Tinea cruris; Tinea corporis; Tinea pedis Adult: Apply 1% cream once or bid. Duration of treatment: 2 wk for tinea corporis and ti... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Oxiconazole, a synthetic azole antifungal, is usually fungistatic but may be fungicidal in high concentrations. It exerts its antifungal activity by int... View More
Precaution
Pregnancy and lactation. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue if irritation or sensitisation occurs. Cross-sensitisation with other imidazole derivative... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Pruritus (1-2%),Burning (1-2%) <1% Irritation,Stinging,Erythema,Rash,Folliculitis,Papules,Nodules,Maceration,Fissuring
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