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Nozal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Soap, Cream, Tablet, Shampoo. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Nozal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nozal. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nozal as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nozal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nozal is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Nozal related warnings talks about Nozal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Nozal since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Nozal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Nozal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nozal is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nozal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nozal is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Nozal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Nozal. It is best to stop taking Nozal immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Nozal safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Nozal.
What is the effect of Nozal on the Kidneys?
Nozal is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nozal on the Liver?
Nozal may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Nozal on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nozal on the heart have been reported.
Nozal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nozal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nozal habit forming or addictive?
Nozal does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Nozal can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Nozal only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nozal is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nozal
Taking Nozal with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nozal
Taking Nozal with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Nozal can be used on the scalp. Prescription ketoconazole shampoo is used to treat tinea capitis (scalp) but it has poor efficacy against them while over the counter ketoconazole shampoo is used to prevent and control scaling as well as the itching caused by dandruff. However, please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, Nozal does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Nozal.
No, ideally Nozal is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Yes, Nozal is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
Nozal should be applied topically (on the skin) once daily for 2 - 6 weeks or as advised by a doctor. It should be applied after cleaning the affected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medicine on the affected area. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug. Over-the-counter ketoconazole shampoo is usually used every 3 to 4 days for up to 8 weeks after that use it as per the need.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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