Lozivate F is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Lozivate F also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lozivate F depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Lozivate F side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lozivate F normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lozivate F is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lozivate F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Lozivate F have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lozivate F may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lozivate F, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lozivate F is used to treat the following -
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lozivate F is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lozivate F safe for pregnant women?
Lozivate F is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Lozivate F safe during breastfeeding?
Lozivate F does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Lozivate F on the Kidneys?
Lozivate F is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lozivate F on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lozivate F on the liver.
What is the effect of Lozivate F on the Heart?
Lozivate F is not harmful for the heart.
Lozivate F should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lozivate F unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lozivate F habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lozivate F has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Lozivate F
Taking Lozivate F with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lozivate F
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lozivate F with alcohol.
Yes, Lozivate F might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.
Yes, Lozivate F may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.
No, Lozivate F alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Lozivate F is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Lozivate F should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Lozivate F and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Lozivate F might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Lozivate F is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Lozivate F is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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