Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT LOZIVATE F CREAM
LOZIVATE F CREAM is a combination of Clobetasol and Fusidic acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids and Antibiotics respectively. It is used to manage skin infections such as impetigo (crusty and swollen patch on the skin with pus), psoriasis (itching), eczema, or dermatitis. It can also be used to manage cuts and wounds which are infected.
Eczema or dermatitis is a term for several different types of skin swelling that cause dry, itchy skin and rashes on the face, elbows, behind the knees, and on the hands and feet.
During course of the management your doctor might regularly examine your skin to avoid any unwanted side effects.
Avoid smoking while using LOZIVATE F CREAM. Consult your doctor before using the medicine.
LOZIVATE F CREAM is not recommended for use in children (ages less than 1 year). Before using LOZIVATE F CREAM, inform your doctor if you have skin conditions like acne, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, viral or fungal skin infections, blisters caused by any infection, or if you are using it on your child.
LOZIVATE F CREAM should be used with caution in pregnant women. LOZIVATE F CREAM is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
The most common side effect of using LOZIVATE F CREAM is skin irritation. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
USES OF LOZIVATE F CREAM
It is used to manage skin conditions such as:
- impetigo
- psoriasis
- eczema, or dermatitis
- infected cuts and wounds
HOW LOZIVATE F CREAM WORKS
LOZIVATE F CREAM manages skin infection where Clobetasol induces certain proteins (lipocortins), that control the production of inflammatory mediators like prostaglandins and leukotrienes, thus controlling inflammation, and Fusidic acid works against the bacteria by interfering with their protein synthesis.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use LOZIVATE F CREAM as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the medicine. Check the label for directions before use. Your doctor will decide the right dose depends on the age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LOZIVATE F CREAM
COMMON
- burning or irritation
- raised bumps with pus under the skin
UNCOMMON
- irritation at application site (pain, burning, itching, stinging and skin redness)
- rash
- eczema
RARE
- eye infection and inflammation
- hives, skin swelling, blistering
Stop using LOZIVATE F CREAM and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling in face or throat, severe skin rash)
- worsening of skin problem, or swelling of skin
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