Kezona 200200mg
Tablet
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Kezona 200 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the develop... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Kezona 200 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Kezona 200 belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that ca... View More
Uses of Kezona 200
- Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Kezona 200
- Application site burning
- Skin peeling
How to use Kezona 200
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 Kezona 200 works
Kezona 200 is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection... View More
What if you forget to take Kezona 200?
If you miss a dose of Kezona 200, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to yo... View More
- KZ Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- 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 4 weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Indication
Candidiasis, Fungal infections, Pityriasis versicolor, Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral Fungal infections Adult: 200 mg once daily; may increase to 400 mg once daily if clinical response is insufficient. Continue treatment until symp... View More
Child Dose
Oral Fungal infections Child: >2 yr 3.3-6.6 mg/kg/day once daily. Treatment duration: 1-2 wk for candidiasis; at least 4 wk in recalcitrant dermatop... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; preexisting liver disease, porphyria. Concurrent use with cisapride, terfenadine or astemizole.
Mode of Action
Ketoconazole interferes w/ biosynthesis of triglycerides and phopholipids by blocking fungal CYP450, thus altering cell membrane permeability in suscept... View More
Precaution
Hepatic impairment; monitor liver function regularly. Pregnancy, lactation. Predisposition to adrenocortical insufficiency. Discontinue treatment if the... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Nausea and vomiting (3-10%),Pruritus (2%),Abdominal pain (1%) <1% Alopecia,Headache,Dizziness,Hyperlipidemia,Somnolence,Fever,Chills,Bulging ... View More
Interaction
Reduced absorption w/ antimuscarinics, antacids, H2-blockers, PPIs, sucralfate. Reduced plasma concentrations w/ rifampicin, isoniazid, efavirenz, nevir... View More
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