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Zocon 2 % Lotion

Manufactured byFdc Ltd.
ContainsFluconazole
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Zocon 2 % Lotion is an anti-fungal medicine. It is used in the treatment of various fungal infections affecting your skin, lungs, mouth, throat, meninges (protective layer covering the brain and spinal cord), etc. It works by stopping the growth of fungi, thus preventing the spread of infections. Zocon 2 % Lotion can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach discomfort, etc. Consult with your doctor if these side effects are persistent and/or getting worse. Avoid activities like driving vehicles or operating machines while taking this medicine as it can occasionally cause dizziness. Zocon 2 % Lotion oral forms can be taken with or without food. Zocon 2 % Lotion injections are administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic. Apply Zocon 2 % Lotion topical forms like gel, lotion, and dusting powder over the infected area of your skin. Your doctor may advise a patch test (a procedure done to see if you are allergic to this medicine or not) before prescribing this medicine. Instill Zocon 2 % Lotion eye and eye/ear drops as instructed by your doctor. Do not stop taking/using this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reappear. Zocon 2 % Lotion is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, or any other medical conditions. Report all your current medicines to your doctor before starting the treatment as they can interact with Zocon 2 % Lotion and cause side effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zocon 2 % Lotion

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zocon 2 % Lotion

Headache

Nausea and vomiting

Stomach pain

Diarrhoea

Hair loss

Seizures

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Dizziness

Drowsiness

Uses of Zocon 2 % Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

Oropharyngeal Candidiasis

Oropharyngeal candidiasis is a type of fungal infection that occurs in your mouth and throat. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used to treat oropharyngeal candidiasis.

Oesophageal Candidiasis

Oesophageal candidiasis is a fungal infection in your oesophagus (food pipe). It may cause dry mouth, swelling, difficulty in swallowing, etc. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used to treat Oesophageal candidiasis.

Cryptococcal Meningitis

Cryptococcal meningitis is a serious infection that affects your meninges (delicate membranes covering your brain and spinal cord). Zocon 2 % Lotion is used to treat Cryptococcal meningitis.

Vaginal Candidiasis

Vaginal candidiasis is a fungal infection that causes pain, itching, and burning sensation with unusual discharge from the vagina (female sex organ and birth canal). Zocon 2 % Lotion is used in the treatment of vaginal candidiasis.

Fungal Urinary Tract Infection

Fungal urinary tract infection is an infection in any part of your urinary system i.e. the kidneys, bladder, or urethra caused by Candida species. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by fungi.

Peritonitis

Peritonitis is a swelling of the peritoneum (a membrane that lines the inner abdominal walls and covers your abdominal organs) caused by either bacteria or fungi. This results in severe pain in the abdomen, nausea, fever, etc. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used in the treatment of peritonitis caused by fungi.

Candidemia

Candidemia is a fungal infection of the blood and is caused by Candida species of fungi. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used in the treatment of candidemia.

Prophylaxis of Infections in Special Population

Zocon 2 % Lotion is used to prevent the risk of fungal infection in people receiving chemotherapy (the use of medicines to destroy cancer cells), or after a bone marrow transplantation (treatment to replace the bone marrow with healthy cells).

Fungal Pneumonia

Fungal Pneumonia is a fungal infection that affects your lungs. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used in the treatment of fungal pneumonia.

Fungal Eye and Ear Infections

Zocon 2 % Lotion eye and eye/ear drops are used to treat fungal infections that affect your eyes or ears caused by Candida, Fusarium, Aspergillus, etc.

Skin fungal infections

Dermatomycosis is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, and nails. Zocon 2 % Lotion is used to treat various mild to moderate fungal skin infections.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    It is not known when Zocon 2 % Lotion will start its action after administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The average time duration for which Zocon 2 % Lotion remains active in your body is not known.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Zocon 2 % Lotion

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Zocon 2 % Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Zocon 2 % Lotion is safe for use while breastfeeding. However, avoid taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Allergy

Zocon 2 % Lotion is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

QT Interval Prolonging Drugs

Zocon 2 % Lotion may cause QT prolongation (a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat) in some cases. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use together with other medicines that may also cause QT prolongation such as Cisapride, Primozide, Quinidine, etc. as it may further worsen your condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Zocon 2 % Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Zocon 2 % Lotion is safe for use while breastfeeding. However, avoid taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

General warnings

Skin problems

Zocon 2 % Lotion may cause skin conditions in which you may develop painful rashes and blisters on your skin that ultimately starts to peel off. Hence, consult your doctor if you develop a skin rash during treatment with this medicine.

Heart condition

Zocon 2 % Lotion should be used with caution if you have heart problems as this medicine may cause QT prolongation (a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat). Thus, it may further worsen your condition.

Driving or operating machines

Zocon 2 % Lotion may occasionally cause dizziness or seizures (sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in your brain). Hence, avoid activities like driving or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.

Other medicines and supplements

Zocon 2 % Lotion may interact with other medicines and increase the risk of undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine before starting the treatment.

Missed Dose

Oral forms/gel/lotion/dusting powder/eye and/or ear drops: Try not to skip a dose of Zocon 2 % Lotion. Take/administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one. Injection: Since Zocon 2 % Lotion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Oral forms: Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Zocon 2 % Lotion. Eye or ear drops/gel/lotion/dusting powder: As Zocon 2 % Lotion is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer/apply more than the prescribed dose. Injection: Since Zocon 2 % Lotion is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Alprazolam

Atorvastatin

Cisapride

Clopidogrel

Erythromycin

Warfarin

Tretinoin

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Zocon 2 % Lotion should be used with caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down in your liver. An Impaired liver will not use the medicine properly, leading to increased levels of unused medicine in your blood. It may also cause further liver damage.

Kidney disease

Zocon 2 % Lotion should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as a damaged kidney may lead to accumulation of unused medicine in your body and increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest another suitable medicine or adjust the dose accordingly based on your condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Oral form (tablet/capsules/dispersible tablet): Take Zocon 2 % Lotion as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose. Take the medicine at around the same time daily. Report any instance of a side effect to your doctor immediately. For suspension, shake the bottle well before use. Injection: Zocon 2 % Lotion injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Your doctor will determine an appropriate dose based on your clinical condition. Topical forms: Zocon 2 % Lotion topical forms (gel, lotion, dusting powder, and eye/ear drops) are for external use only. Apply the gel/lotion/powder to the affected areas of your skin as instructed by your doctor. For eye drops, gently pull down your lower eyelid and squeeze 2-3 drops of medicine in your eye. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, eye or face makeup when you are infected.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Zocon 2 % Lotion works by stopping the growth of fungus and preventing the spread of infection.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Azole antifungals

Schedule

Schedule H

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