Product introduction
B-Oze 2% Lotion is an antimicrobial medicine. It is used for the topical treatment of impetigo. It can be used in adults as well as pediatric patients 2 months of age and older. It inhibits the infection-causing bacteria and prevents their growth and further spread of the infection.
B-Oze 2% Lotion is only for external use. Use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Read the package insert thoroughly before using the medicine. Apply a thin layer of the medicine topically to the affected area twice daily or as directed by your doctor. You can consider covering the treated area with a sterile bandage or gauze dressing. Make sure to wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. If you see no changes after 5 days, let your doctor know.
B-Oze 2% Lotion is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause erythema (redness and often small, red, pus-filled bumps on the face) and dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp, specifically called seborrheic dermatitis) in some people. If you experience any such side effects, let your doctor know.
Avoid contact of the medicine with your mouth, eyes, or inside of the nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse it off with plenty of water. Do not use the medicine if you have any history of allergic reaction to any of the components present in this medicine.
Side effects of B-Oze Lotion
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 B-Oze
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Rosacea
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Dermatitis
How to use B-Oze 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.
How B-Oze Lotion works
B-Oze 2% Lotion is a quinolone antimicrobial medicine. It enters into the bacterial cells and inhibits the bacterial enzymes which are required for the multiplication of the bacterial genetic material (DNA). It is mainly active against the bacteria causing skin infections.
Safety advice
No interaction found/established
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
B-Oze 2% Lotion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
B-Oze 2% Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take B-Oze Lotion?
If you miss a dose of B-Oze 2% Lotion, 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.
All substitutes
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B-Oze 2% Lotion
₹282/Lotion
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed B-Oze 2% Lotion to treat a certain skin infection (impetigo).
- Wash your hands frequently – particularly after touching infected skin.
- After applying the cream, you may cover the treated area with a clean bandage or gauze if advised by your doctor.
- Do not touch or scratch the sores because this can spread the infection to other parts of the body, and other people.
- Avoid the use of perfumes and fragrant soap.
- Wearing light clothing and keeping cool in bed, may help. Avoid excessive sweating.
- Do not share your towel or clothes with anyone and wear clean clothes every day.
- Avoid contacting newborn babies, preparing food, playing contact sports, or going to the gym – until the risk of infection has passed.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinoline carboxylic acids
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Patient concerns
I have some pimples on head. Not able to get through used medicated face wash as well.
candid b lotion over scalp at night
Hair problems. Hair fall pls solve
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks.
Hair problem before 6 year my hair fall but they are no control him
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks.
I have rapid hair loss in the front region of my scalp with itching there.
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks.
Since in a month my hairs are turning white n hairs are falling, I use clinic plus shampoo everyday n lux soap for body. Please give me ur suggestions doctor.
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks.
I have been suffering from critical hair loss since 15 days.i have dandruff also. My hair had been reduced half its thickness within such a short span.my haemoglobin is 10.8 ( checked 6 months ago)
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks.
I have excess dandruff in my head every time I comb a lot of dust like dandruff falls along with hairs sometimes head itches a lot this condition is from 2months approx I do daily up down 30km in local train for my college plz advice
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks
Hairfall and dandruff problem
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
Use KZ lotion anti dandruff shampoo every alternate day. No oil application. Apply Candid B lotion over scalpe once at night for 2 weeks
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Marketer details
Name: Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: 64, Dodda Banaswadi Main Rd, Annaiah Reddy Layout, Banswadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043