Zykt Soap 75 gm
Zydus Cadila
Uses of Zykt Soap 75 gm:
Fungal infections
Composition of Zykt Soap 75 gm:
Cetrimide 0.5%w/w + Ketoconazole 2%w/w
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159.5
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Description
Dandruff
Uses
Cetrimide is generally used in prevention of infections.
Ketoconazole is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.
Ketoconazole is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Liver function abnormal
- Nausea
- Skin irritation
- Stomach pain
How to use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label.
How it works
Cetrimide is an antiseptic drug. It treacts the affected area of the body and reduces the irritation.
Ketoconazole is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Ketoconazole is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cetrimide a preservative?
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium preservative used to limit bacterial growth
Q. Is Cetrimide toxic?
Cetrimide is toxic to bacteria. Local application is non-toxic to humans. However, overdose or accidental oral intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation
Q. Is Cetrimide agar selective?
Cetrimide agar is a type of agar which allows selective isolation of pseudomonas aeruginosa
Q. What is Cetrimide cream/ solution?
Cetrimide cream is a cream for topical application for prevention of infection of cuts, grazes, insect bite, minor burns, wounds and scalds)
Q. How does Cetrimide kill bacteria?
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium disinfectant having bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Q. Is Ketoconazole/Ketoconazole shampoo safe?
Yes, all medicines (products) containing Ketoconazole are safe at the recommended doses or when used at recommended frequency
Q. Is Ketoconazole/ Ketoconazole cream an antibiotic?
No, Ketoconazole is not an antibiotic as it does not kill bacteria. It belongs to triazole class of antifungal agents
Q. Is Ketoconazole/ Ketoconazole OTC?
No, Ketoconazole products are under schedule H and are available on producing a prescription from your doctor
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 I take Ketoconazole with amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Tylenol (paracetamo), omeprazole, Benadryl (cough preparation)?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Ketoconazole and drugs such as ibuprofen, Tylenol (paracetamol), Benadryl (cough preparation). It may interact with amoxicillin and omeprazole, where the absorption of Ketoconazole may be reduced. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Ketoconazole
Q. Can Ketoconazole cause hair loss?
Yes, Ketoconazole may rarely cause some hair loss
Q. Can Ketoconazole prevent hair loss?
No, Ketoconazole does not prevent hair loss. In fact, it may rarely cause hair loss
Q. Can Ketoconazole cause dry skin?
Yes, dry skin at the site of application is a common side effect of Ketoconazole
Q. Can Ketoconazole be used for conditions such as ring worms and psoriasis?
Yes, Ketoconazole 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 belongs to triazole class of antifungal agents
Q. Can I Ketoconazole at bedtime?
Ketoconazole can be taken at any time during the day
Q. Can Ketoconazole be taken for yeast infections?
Yes, Ketoconazole is prescribed for yeast infection. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
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.
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium preservative used to limit bacterial growth
Q. Is Cetrimide toxic?
Cetrimide is toxic to bacteria. Local application is non-toxic to humans. However, overdose or accidental oral intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation
Q. Is Cetrimide agar selective?
Cetrimide agar is a type of agar which allows selective isolation of pseudomonas aeruginosa
Q. What is Cetrimide cream/ solution?
Cetrimide cream is a cream for topical application for prevention of infection of cuts, grazes, insect bite, minor burns, wounds and scalds)
Q. How does Cetrimide kill bacteria?
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium disinfectant having bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Q. Is Ketoconazole/Ketoconazole shampoo safe?
Yes, all medicines (products) containing Ketoconazole are safe at the recommended doses or when used at recommended frequency
Q. Is Ketoconazole/ Ketoconazole cream an antibiotic?
No, Ketoconazole is not an antibiotic as it does not kill bacteria. It belongs to triazole class of antifungal agents
Q. Is Ketoconazole/ Ketoconazole OTC?
No, Ketoconazole products are under schedule H and are available on producing a prescription from your doctor
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 I take Ketoconazole with amoxicillin, ibuprofen, Tylenol (paracetamo), omeprazole, Benadryl (cough preparation)?
There are no known serious drug interactions between Ketoconazole and drugs such as ibuprofen, Tylenol (paracetamol), Benadryl (cough preparation). It may interact with amoxicillin and omeprazole, where the absorption of Ketoconazole may be reduced. Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on Ketoconazole
Q. Can Ketoconazole cause hair loss?
Yes, Ketoconazole may rarely cause some hair loss
Q. Can Ketoconazole prevent hair loss?
No, Ketoconazole does not prevent hair loss. In fact, it may rarely cause hair loss
Q. Can Ketoconazole cause dry skin?
Yes, dry skin at the site of application is a common side effect of Ketoconazole
Q. Can Ketoconazole be used for conditions such as ring worms and psoriasis?
Yes, Ketoconazole 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 belongs to triazole class of antifungal agents
Q. Can I Ketoconazole at bedtime?
Ketoconazole can be taken at any time during the day
Q. Can Ketoconazole be taken for yeast infections?
Yes, Ketoconazole is prescribed for yeast infection. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
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.
Expert Advice
- Do not use Cetrimide for a long period and repeatedly as it may cause allergic reactions.Cetrimide is for topical use only. Avoid contact with mucous membrane such mouth, nose, ears, anus, or vagina.Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe allergic reactions.Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens after Cetrimide application.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Your doctor has prescribed Ketoconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Product Details
SKU: PC-67932
Product Description: Zykt Soap 75 gm is manufactured by Zydus Cadila
Packing: Piece
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Zykt Soap 75 gm is manufactured by Zydus Cadila
Packing: Piece
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
