All Details About KZ Cream
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about KZ Cream
Description:
KZ cream is a topical antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, fungal infections between the toes, inner thighs, private parts, etc. It contains ketoconazole as its active ingredient. Before and after applying this cream, wash your hands and keep the affected area clean and dry. Avoid contact with the eye. It should be used as prescribed by your doctor for the defined duration. KZ 2% cream should be used regularly to get the optimal benefit. Do not stop applying this cream, even if you start feeling better. To eradicate the infection from the body, you need to complete the entire course of treatment. Inform your doctor if you have any other medical condition and are on medication for the same or worsen.
Uses:
In Fungal skin infections
KZ Cream is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. These include athlete’s foot, ringworm, vaginal thrush, and sweat rash. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. 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 the cream occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
Directions For Use:
This medicine should be used regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. If you have Athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.
Side Effects:
- Skin peeling
- Itching
Warning & Precautions:
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, this cream should only be used if it is clearly needed.
FAQs:
Q: Can KZ cream be used in children?
A: No, KZ cream is not recommended for children and adolescents due to the lack of safety data available.
Q: Can I stop using KZ cream before the prescribed duration?
A: No, you should use KZ cream for the exact duration as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping it in between the treatment may increase the risk of re-infection and treatment failure.
Q: What should I do if my eyes come in contact with ketoconazole cream?
A: If you get any medicine in your eyes, rinse with water thoroughly. Keep your eyes open when you rinse.
Q: For how many days should I use KZ cream?
A: Your doctor will decide the duration of the application for KZ cream. Do not stop applying KZ cream on your own. If there is no improvement in your infection or wound after 14 days of use, consult with your doctor.
Q: Can I Use KZ cream for Athlete's foot?
A: Yes, an athlete's foot infection is caused due to fungus and it mainly affects the areas between the toes. KZ 2% cream acts against tinea pedis, the fungus causing foot fungal infections.
Q: Is KZ cream a steroid?
A: No, KZ cream is not a steroid medicine. KZ cream contains ketoconazole as its active ingredient, which is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat topical fungal infections.
Q: Is KZ cream good for pimples?
A: No, KZ cream should not be used to treat pimples. It is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal skin infections.
Q: Can we use KZ lotion on the face?
A: Your face is an area where the skin is very delicate and thin. Therefore, you should always consult your doctor before using KZ lotion directly on your face.
Q: How does KZ cream work?
A: Ketoconazole in KZ cream works by interfering with the cell membranes of fungi, stopping their growth and eventually causing their death.
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