Zylo P 5% Ointment: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zylo P Information

Zylo P is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment, Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Secondary and off-label uses of Zylo P have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Zylo P depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Zylo P side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zylo P 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 Zylo P is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zylo P's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zylo P related warnings section.

Zylo P can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zylo P in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Zylo P have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Zylo P with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zylo P is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Zylo P Benefits & Uses
Zylo P Dosage & How to Take
Zylo P Side Effects
Zylo P Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zylo P with Other Drugs
Zylo P Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zylo P
Zylo P Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zylo P Benefits & Uses

Zylo P is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zylo P 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: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zylo P Related Warnings

Is the use of Zylo P safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Zylo P safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zylo P. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zylo P on the Kidneys?

Zylo P is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zylo P on the Liver?

Zylo P is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zylo P on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Zylo P for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zylo P with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Benzalkonium Chloride

Bupivacaine

Lidocaine

Zylo P Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Zylo P

Is this Zylo P habit forming or addictive?

Zylo P does not cause addiction.

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

Zylo P does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Zylo P is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Zylo P cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zylo P Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zylo P

Taking Zylo P with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zylo P

Information about the interaction of Zylo P and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zylo P

Question about 5 years ago

Can Zylo P cause acute kidney injury?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, there have been reports of Zylo P causing acute kidney injury. Zylo P is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Zylo P?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Zylo P is a brand name for a complex containing elemental iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP). It is extensively used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is usually used in the solution form.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Zylo P used for open wounds?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Zylo P is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Zylo P has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).

Question about 5 years ago

Is Zylo P suitable for a fungal infection?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zylo P is suitable for a fungal infection. Fungal infections can be managed by using a topical treatment and adhering to it, by washing the skin with slightly warm water and an antifungal soap or a wash, by keeping the skin dry, by daily washing the towel, bedsheet and the clothes, by not wearing tight clothes, etc.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Zylo P be used on burns?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zylo P can be used on the burns. The probability of a microbial infection is very high in burns because of which the partial thickness burn wounds can get transformed into full thickness burns which can have grave consequences. Zylo P has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.