Ozenoxacin
About Ozenoxacin
Ozenoxacin belongs to an antibacterial class of medicine. It is a topical preparation used in the treatment of impetigo. Impetigo is a contagious skin infection causing red sores on the face. It involves the superficial area of the skin caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Ozenoxacin contains Ozenoxacin, a quinolone antibiotic medicine. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis responsible for bacterial cell growth, thereby killing the bacteria and treating bacterial infections.
Ozenoxacin is a topical preparation and should be applied as advised by the physician. Ozenoxacin may cause certain side effects, such as itching, burning sensation, irritation, and redness at the site of application. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects persist, inform your doctor.
Avoid using Ozenoxacin if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disorders and other skin problems before using Ozenoxacin. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Ozenoxacin. This medicine can be used in both adults and children. However, use this cream in infants only if recommended by a paediatrician. Avoid applying Ozenoxacin on open wounds, blisters and lesions.
Uses of Ozenoxacin
Medicinal Benefits
Ozenoxacin contains Ozenoxacin, a quinolone antibiotic medicine. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis responsible for bacterial cell growth. Thus, it kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. It is mainly caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Ozenoxacin
- Burning sensation
- Itching
- Redness
- Irritation
Drug Warnings
Using Ozenoxacin should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any liver/kidney disorders and skin diseases before using Ozenoxacin. Although it’s a topical cream, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Ozenoxacin. This medicine can be used in both adults and children. However, use this cream in infants only if recommended by a pediatric doctor. Avoid applying Ozenoxacin on open wounds, blisters and lesions. Inform your doctor about all your medication history, including prescription and OTC medicines and herbal supplements, before starting treatment with Ozenoxacin. Avoid contact with eyes, ears, nose and mouth. In case of accidental application, thoroughly wash with water.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Ozenoxacin should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases, kidney diseases, skin infections.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
not applicableNo interaction was found.
Pregnancy
cautionInform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before using Ozenoxacin. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIf you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before using Ozenoxacin. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
not applicableOzenoxacin generally does not affect the ability to drive vehicles or operate machines
Liver
cautionOzenoxacin should be used with caution if you have liver disease. Please seek medical advice if you have any concerns about this.
Kidney
cautionOzenoxacin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Please seek medical advice if you have any concerns about this.
Children
safe if prescribedOzenoxacin is generally safe to be used in children. However, use this medicine in infants only if recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Try to wear loose clothes to avoid the spread of skin infection.
- Avoid wearing wet clothes. Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
- Add ginger, garlic, and turmeric to your diet, which helps improve immunity and prevent infections.
Special Advise
- Do not try to cover the infected area with a bandage or cloth unless prescribed by your doctor.
- Ozenoxacin is a topical preparation. Avoid oral, parenteral, vaginal, or rectal usage.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Impetigo: Impetigo is a contagious skin infection causing red sores on the face. It involves the superficial area of the skin caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. This condition mostly occurs in children and infants.
FAQs
Ozenoxacin is used in the treatment of impetigo.
Ozenoxacin contains Ozenoxacin, a quinolone antibiotic medicine. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis responsible for bacterial cell growth. Thereby killing the bacteria and treating bacterial infections.
Do not stop applying Ozenoxacin even if the infection is reduced. Try to complete the full treatment course even if you feel better, as the infection can reoccur by abrupt stopping.
