OZEFIT Cream 5gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ozenoxacin 1 %
Manufacturer
Zydus Healthcare Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT OZEFIT CREAMOZEFIT CREAM contains Ozenoxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage topical impetigo in adults and children aged 2 months and above. Impetigo is a superficial skin infection mainly affects the infants and children. Symptoms include red sores on the face, nose, mouth or on the arms and legs. Before applying OZEFIT CREAM, inform your doctor if you have bacterial or fungal infections, contact dermatitis. Consult your doctor for advice. There is no information on the use of the OZEFIT CREAM in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before applying. OZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known whether it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before applying. OZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in children aged 2 months to 17 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying. OZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Contact your doctor before applying. The most common
Uses
OF OZEFIT CREAM Used to manage impetigo
How It Works
OZEFIT CREAM works by inhibiting the bacterial DNA replication enzymes and manages the bacteria from multiplying, thereby works against the bacteria and reduces the skin infection.
Directions for Use
Apply OZEFIT CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash your hands with soap and water and apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area of the skin and rub it gently.
Side Effects
this medicine are irritation and itching at the application site, rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis. Contact your physician if the side effects worsen. USES OF OZEFIT CREAM Used to manage impetigo HOW OZEFIT CREAM WORKSOZEFIT CREAM works by inhibiting the bacterial DNA replication enzymes and manages the bacteria from multiplying, thereby works against the bacteria and reduces the skin infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply OZEFIT CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash your hands with soap and water and apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area of the skin and rub it gently. SIDE EFFECTS OF OZEFIT CREAMCOMMON application site reactions (irritation and itching) rosacea (a skin condition causing flushing of the face) seborrheic dermatitis (a skin condition causing scaly patches and red skin on scalp) RAREStop applying OZEFIT CREAM and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: allergic reaction or severe local irritation
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYOZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before applying. BREASTFEEDINGOZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known whether it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before applying. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESOZEFIT CREAM has no effect on the ability to drive or operate machines. LIVEROZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in in pre-term and full-term jaundiced neonates. Contact your doctor before applying. ALLERGYDo not use OZEFIT CREAM if you are allergic to Ozenoxacin, or to any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSOZEFIT CREAM is not recommended for use if you have: bullous impetigo Before applying OZEFIT CREAM, inform your doctor if you have: bacterial or fungal infections contact dermatitis rosacea or seborrhoeic dermatitis Use in pediatrics: OZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in children aged 2 months to 17 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying. Use in geriatrics: OZEFIT CREAM should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years above). Contact your doctor before applying.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Tell your doctor if you are applying or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplement or herbal products such as: ciprofloxacin (medicine used for bacterial infections) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of OZEFIT CREAM or if you or a child accidentally swallow the medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Ozenoxacin Pharmacological Category : Quinolones Antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Impetigo Dosage Forms : Cream MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach of children Store OZEFIT CREAM below 30°C
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
29 Nov 2022