Konaz ZP Lotion


Product Info

Prescription required No
Marketer Talent India
Active Ingredient Ketoconazole (2% w/v) + Zinc pyrithione (1% w/v)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
User Rating4.3
User Reviews672

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Konaz ZP?
If you miss a dose of Konaz ZP, 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.
Answer

Konaz ZP Lotion Reviews

Konaz ZP is a combination of two antifungal medicines that effectively treat fungal skin infections and dandruff. It kills the fungi that cause the infection and relieves itching and irritation.

Konaz ZP 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 application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth 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.

This medicine is usually safe to use with no common side effects. However, consult with your doctor if you experience application site reactions such as burning, redness, and itching of skin.

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 for dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How Konaz ZP Lotion Works

Konaz ZP is a combination of two antifungal medicines: Ketoconazole and Zinc pyrithione. It works by destroying the cell membrane of fungi that cause dandruff.

How to Use Konaz ZP Lotion

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.

Benefits of Konaz ZP Lotion

  • In Treatment of Dandruff: Konaz ZP is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It stops the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Regular use of Konaz ZP protects your scalp and prevents dandruff. Gently massage your scalp with Konaz ZP to loosen flakes. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
  • In Treatment of Fungal skin infections: Konaz ZP is used to treat and control fungal infections like athlete’s foot (infection between toes), Jock itch (infection of the groin area), ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Konaz ZP for as long as it is prescribed.

Uses of Konaz ZP Lotion

  • Treatment of Dandruff
  • Treatment of Fungal skin infections

Konaz ZP Lotion Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Konaz ZP 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  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Konaz ZP during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Stop using Konaz ZP and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well. 
  • Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Konaz ZP must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Ketoconazole.
  2. PubChem. Zinc pyrithione.
  3. ScienceDirect. Zinc pyrithione.
  4. Ketoconazole. High Wycombe, Bucks: Janssen-Cilag Ltd.; 1998 [revised 8 Feb. 2019].

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