Ozx Lotion is an antimicrobial medicine. It is used for topical treatment of superficial skin infections and acne. It inhibits the infection-causing bacteria and prevents their growth and further spread of the infection.
Use Ozx Lotion in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Read the package insert thoroughly before using the medicine. Apply an appropriate amount of the medicine to the affected area once daily or as directed by your doctor. For facial acne, apply the medicine to the affected area after washing the face. Make sure to wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Continue applying the medicine for as long as the doctor has prescribed.
Ozx Lotion is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause itching, dry skin, and irritation immediately after application. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor.
Do not use Ozx Lotion if you have a known history of allergic reaction to any of the components present in this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should inform their doctors before taking this medicine, to make sure it is safe for them. Let your doctor also know if you are taking or applying any other medicinal products for treating the same condition.
Ozx Lotion is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of infection causing bacteria on the skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. It is effective in treatment of various bacterial infections and helps reduce infection-related symptoms such as redness, swelling, and discomfort, promoting healing and restoring the skin’s health. It offers a targeted and efficient approach to managing superficial skin infections and preventing their spread.
In Treatment of Acne
Ozx Lotion is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It usually takes around 4 weeks to start working and several months to have full effect, so keep taking it as prescribed. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. It offers a long-lasting post antibiotic effect against susceptible and resistant acne. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars. This medicine will help improve your mood and uplift your confidence as your skin becomes acne free.
In Treatment of Impetigo
Ozx Lotion is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a skin infection called impetigo (red sores) in adults and children 2 months of age and older. Apply 2-3 times a day to get relief from itching, swelling, and redness caused by the infection. You might see a change in your skin appearance in a week if used as prescribed by your doctor. Results might vary from person to person depending on your skin condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment to ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Ozx 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 Ozx
Itching
Dry skin
Skin irritation
How to use Ozx 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 Ozx Lotion works
Ozx 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
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ozx Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ozx Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Ozx Lotion?
If you miss a dose of Ozx 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.
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Apply Ozx Lotion only to the skin. Do not use it to the eyes. lf the medicine accidentally gets into the eyes, immediately rinse it off with clean water.
This medicine is for external use only. Do not swallow the lotion or use it in the eyes, on the mouth or lips, inside the nose, or inside the female genital area.
Use the medicine for the entire time recommended by the doctor, even if your symptoms improved.
For treatment of superficial skin infection, notify the doctor if there is no improvement in symptoms within a week after starting use of Ozx Lotion.
As treatment for acne, notify the doctor if there is no improvement in symptoms within 4 weeks after starting use of Ozx Lotion.
You have been prescribed Ozx 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
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Patient concerns
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