Lozivate S Ointment: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lozivate S Information

Lozivate S is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream, Ointment. The alternative uses of Lozivate S have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Lozivate S 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lozivate S can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lozivate S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lozivate S is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lozivate S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lozivate S related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Lozivate S have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Lozivate S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lozivate S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Lozivate S Benefits & Uses

Lozivate S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Keratosis, Seborrheic
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis

Lozivate S 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) 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: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) 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: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) 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: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lozivate S Related Warnings

Is the use of Lozivate S safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Lozivate S will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Lozivate S safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Lozivate S in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Lozivate S on the Kidneys?

Lozivate S has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lozivate S on the Liver?

Lozivate S is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lozivate S on the Heart?

Lozivate S has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lozivate S with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Deferasirox

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Acarbose

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Lozivate S Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lozivate S

Is this Lozivate S habit forming or addictive?

Lozivate S is not addictive in nature.

Lozivate S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lozivate S

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lozivate S, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lozivate S

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lozivate S with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Lozivate S

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lozivate S lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Lozivate S might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Lozivate S is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Lozivate S on my face?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Application of Lozivate S on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Lozivate S without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Lozivate S is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Lozivate S cause yeast infections?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Lozivate S does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Lozivate S for lichen sclerosus?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lozivate S might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Lozivate S to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).