KZ Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

KZ Cream Benefits & Uses

KZ Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

KZ Cream Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

KZ Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of KZ Cream safe for pregnant women?

KZ (Hegdehegde) may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take KZ (Hegdehegde) again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of KZ Cream safe during breastfeeding?

KZ (Hegdehegde) is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of KZ Cream on the Kidneys?

KZ (Hegdehegde) does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of KZ Cream on the Liver?

There may be severe side effects of KZ (Hegdehegde) on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of KZ Cream on the Heart?

KZ (Hegdehegde) is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of KZ Cream with Other Drugs

KZ Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Busulfan

Buspirone

Aliskiren

Amitriptyline

Amlodipine

Amlodipine,Benazepril

KZ Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take KZ Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Infections
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about KZ Cream

Is this KZ Cream habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of KZ Cream has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking KZ Cream, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as KZ Cream can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume KZ Cream only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking KZ Cream for mental disorders.

No

KZ Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and KZ Cream

Taking KZ Cream with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and KZ Cream

Taking alcohol with KZ Cream can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about KZ Cream

Question over 5 years ago

Can KZ (Hegdehegde) cream be used for hemorrhoids?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, ideally KZ (Hegdehegde) can't be used for hemorrhoids condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat and prevent hemorrhoids.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take KZ (Hegdehegde)?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take KZ (Hegdehegde) as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is KZ (Hegdehegde)?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

KZ (Hegdehegde) is a brand name of ketoconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal agents. It is used to treat fungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina). Over the counter ketoconazole shampoo control flaking, scaling, and itching of the scalp caused by dandruff.

Question over 5 years ago

Is KZ (Hegdehegde) antibacterial?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, KZ (Hegdehegde) is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug that is used to treat fungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot).