Treatment of Fungal skin infections

In Treatment of Fungal skin infections Kerizol B Lotion is a combination of two medicines Ketoconazole and Beclometasone used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. These include infections like athlete’s foot ringworm vaginal thrush and sweat rash. Ketoconazole works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. Beclometasone blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching redness and swelling. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms disappear otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating this may be several weeks. Even after your skin is completely cured you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

Kerizol B Lotion is a combination medicine. It is used to treat various types of fungal skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of skin infection such as redness swelling itching etc. by acting against the infection-causing microorganisms.Kerizol B Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. If it gets into your eyes nose mouth or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse you should talk to your doctor.This is usually a safe medicine however it may cause burning irritation itching and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes itching swelling shortness of breath etc.).Before taking this medicine it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition. During the course of the treatment do not touch or scratch the infected skin areas as this may worsen or spread the infection.

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Kerizol B Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Kerizol B Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Kidney : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Liver : None <p> No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Kerizol B Lotion apply it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: DERMA

Treatment of Fungal skin infections

Application site reactions (burning irritation itching and redness)

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Q. How to use Kerizol B Lotion?::: Follow the directions given by the doctor on the medicine. Apply the medicine thinly and in sufficient quantity to cover the affected areas. Kerizol B Lotion is usually applied two or three times a day to the affected areas of skin. Wash your hands after using Kerizol B Lotion unless it is used for treating skin infection on the hands.| Q. Can I stop taking Kerizol B Lotion when my symptoms are relieved?::: No do not stop taking Kerizol B Lotion and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| Q. What precautions need to be taken while using Kerizol B Lotion?::: Kerizol B Lotion should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer than advised periods of time. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side effects. This medicine should be used by the patient and never be given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.| Q. Will Kerizol B Lotion be more effective if taken more than prescribed?::: No Kerizol B Lotion will not be more effective if overused. Overusing the medicine can result in too much medicine being absorbed into the body. This may lead to thinning or weakening of the skin and other serious side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Kerizol B Lotion?::: Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets children and other people.