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Kenz-Sal Lotion

Manufactured byKLM LABORATORIES PVT LTD
ContainsKetoconazole (2 %w/v) + Salicylic Acid (2 %w/v)
Description
Kenz-Sal Lotion is a combination of Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid. It is used for the treatment of dryness, flakiness, scaliness, and itching of skin associated with dandruff. This medicine works by interfering with certain vital functions of fungi and slowing down their growth. It also helps in softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin. Kenz-Sal Lotion has some minor side effects like skin redness, dryness, or burning sensation on the skin. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Kenz-Sal Lotion should be used as advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions mentioned on the label or the packaging insert. Use this medicine for the recommended duration for better results. It is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, or open wounds. Wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact. Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other medications on your scalp. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Kenz-Sal Lotion

  • Skin irritation
  • Stinging
  • Rash
  • Change in color and texture of the hair
  • Redness of skin

Uses of Kenz-Sal Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

  • Dandruff
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Kenz-Sal Lotion to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Kenz-Sal Lotion remains active 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 Kenz-Sal Lotion.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Kenz-Sal Lotion if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information, Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Salicylism

Prolonged use of Kenz-Sal Lotion in large amounts may lead to a toxic condition known as salicylism, marked by ringing in the ears, nausea, and vomiting. Your doctor may adjust your dose or change the medicine if required.

External use

Kenz-Sal Lotion is only recommended for external use. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, open wounds, or irritated skin. In case of accidental contact, rinse immediately with water.

Use in children

Kenz-Sal Lotion is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Other medicines

Kenz-Sal Lotion may interact with other topical medicines you may be using. Hence, inform your doctor if you are using other topical medications on your scalp or skin before starting the treatment with Kenz-Sal Lotion.

Missed Dose

Kenz-Sal Lotion is usually applied on an as-needed basis. If you are on a scheduled dosage regimen and you forget to use the medicine, use it as soon as you remember. However, do not use a double amount to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Kenz-Sal Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
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

Tretinoin/ Isotretinoin

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
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.
Apply Kenz-Sal Lotion to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, open wounds, or broken skin. Rinse immediately with water in case of accidental contact. Inform your doctor if your condition lasts after two to four weeks of treatment or gets worse.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Kenz-Sal Lotion is composed of Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid. Ketoconazole acts by stopping the production of a vital component needed for cell membrane (protective covering) formation of the fungi. This stops the growth of fungi. Salicylic acid works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin. Thus, it causes shedding of the outer layer of your skin.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical antifungals, Topical keratolytics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 9 Mar 2022

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