Almizol Cream
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Product introduction
Almizol Cream is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of skin disorders like leprosy, warts, lichen planus, and aphthous ulcers. It works by killing the worms that cause skin infections and this treats your infection.
Almizol Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid relapse, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, redness or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid getting it into your eyes, nose or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
Almizol Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid relapse, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, redness or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid getting it into your eyes, nose or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
Uses of Almizol Cream
- Skin disorders
Benefits of Almizol Cream
In Skin disorders
Almizol Cream is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic infections of the skin such as leprosy, warts, lichen planus and aphthous ulcers. It works by killing and stopping the growth infection causing organisms. This way it provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue using it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Almizol Cream
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Almizol
- Skin irritation
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Application site itching
How to use Almizol Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Almizol Cream works
Almizol Cream is an anti-parasitic medication. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle, causing its paralysis and death. This treats your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Almizol Cream 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Almizol Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Almizol Cream is used to treat a variety of skin disorders like leprosy, warts, lichen planus, and aphthous ulcers.
- It is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
- Applying an excessive amount may result in pilling (cream accumulates but does not get absorbed). Use a thinner layer or lesser quantity of medicine to avoid it.
- Do not wash the affected area immediately after applying Almizol Cream. Also avoid the use of other products on the affected area unless directed by your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazothiazoles derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiprotozoal agents
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Almizol Cream for?
Worm infectio*
60%
Others
40%
*Worm infections
FAQs
Q. Is Almizol Cream effective?
Almizol Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Almizol Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How to use Almizol Cream?
Before using Almizol Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Almizol Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Almizol Cream?
Be careful not to get Almizol Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Almizol Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Almizol Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Almizol Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Almizol Cream?
If you forget to use Almizol Cream, do not worry and continue using Almizol Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Is Almizol Cream safe?
Almizol Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
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