Kenz SAL Lotion

Q. Is Salicylic Acid good for acne/acne scars/ skin/hair/genital warts/ remove dark spots/exfoliate skin?
Salicylic Acid is part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It is used for curing acne and its scars. It is also used for dandruff problems. It is not used for lightening the skin or exfoliating it. It is not used to cure genital warts

Q. Does Salicylic Acid work?
Salicylic Acid works best if used for an indication at the dose prescribed by the doctor

Q. Does it expire?
Salicylic Acid does expire and should not be used beyond the expiry date

Q. How does Salicylic Acid work?
Salicylic Acid is used as part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It works on reducing swelling and redness and thus causing pimples to shrink. It also loosens and softens the dry, scaly skin thus causing it to peel off.

Q. Is ketoconazole/Ketoconazole shampoo safe?
Yes, all medicines (products) containing ketoconazole are safe at the recommended dose, frequency, and duration

Q. Is ketoconazole/ ketoconazole cream an antibiotic?
No, ketoconazole is not an antibiotic as it does not kill bacteria. It is an antifungal agent

Q. What is ketoconazole/ketoconazole cream/Phytoral ointment used for?
Ketoconazole containing products such as creams and Phytoral ointments are used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as tinea corporis (ring worm), tinea cruris (fungal infections of the groin or buttocks), tinea pedis (fungal infection of the foot [athlete's foot]), tinea manus (fungal infection of the hand)

Q. Can KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL cause/ prevent hair loss?
Yes, KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL may rarely cause some hair loss. KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL does not prevent hair loss

Q. Can KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL cause dry skin?
Yes, dry skin at the site of application is a common side effect of KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL

Q. Can KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL be used for conditions such as ring worms and psoriasis?
KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL is commonly used to treat fungal infections of skin such as ring worms. Psoriasis is not a fungal skin infection and use of ketoconazole is not warranted to treat this condition

Q. Is ketoconazole/ ketoconazole cream a steroid?
No, ketoconazole is not a steroid. It is an antifungal agent

Q. Does ketoconazole block Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)?
Ketoconazole has the ability to block the synthesis of all steroids produced by the adrenal gland, including the male sex hormone dihydrotestosterone. Testosterone synthesis from the testes is also blocked

Q. Does ketoconazole expire?
Yes, medicines containing ketoconazole have an expiry date. Read the information given on the package for accurate expiry date.

• It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to Salicylic Acid or any of the ingredients of the acne cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo or medicated plaster.Do not apply Salicylic Acid to open wounds or irritated skin.Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying Salicylic Acid containing application.Do not apply on eyes, nose, genitals or rectum, and avoid touching these areas after applying medication to affected area and before washing your hands.Topical Salicylic Acid should not be used for genital warts, warts on the face, warts with hair growing from them, warts in the nose or mouth, moles, or birthmarks.Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You should not cover the skin with clothing immediately after application.Do not apply this immediately after shaving or bathing.Avoid getting this medication on dentures or any other thing that comes in contact with sensitive parts of the body.Do not use Salicylic Acid on children or adolescents without the prescription of the doctor.Tell your doctor about any other medication you are taking, or if you have kidney problems or if you are pregnant or breast feeding or are diabetic or have blood circulation problems.The cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo, medicated plaster should be used for an indication only as instructed by doctor and not for any other indication.
• You have been prescribed KETOCONAZOLE TOPICAL for the treatment of fungal infections.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.