Odicon- K Lotion

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

Odicon- K Lotion is a combination of two antifungal medicines that effectively treat fungal skin infections and dandruff. It kills the fungi that cause the infection and relieves itching and irritation.

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General Information

Contains

Ketoconazole (2% w/v)+ Zinc pyrithione (1% w/v)

Marketer

Rapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Odicon- K Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually safe to use with no common side effects. However, consult with your doctor if you experience application site reactions such as burning, redness, and itching of skin.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Odicon-K Lotion

Benefits of Odicon-K Lotion

Treatment of Fungal skin infections
Odicon- K Lotion is used to treat and control fungal infections like athlete’s foot (infection between toes), Jock itch (infection of the groin area), ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Odicon- K Lotion for as long as it is prescribed.

Treatment of Dandruff
Odicon- K Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It stops the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Regular use of Odicon- K Lotion protects your scalp and prevents dandruff. Gently massage your scalp with Odicon- K Lotion to loosen flakes. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Odicon-K Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Odicon-K

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Odicon-K Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Odicon-K Lotion works

Odicon- K Lotion is a combination of two antifungal medicines: Ketoconazole and Zinc pyrithione. It works by destroying the cell membrane of fungi that cause dandruff.

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Quick tips

Odicon- K Lotion must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Stop using Odicon- K Lotion and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Odicon- K Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Odicon- K Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

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User feedback

Patients taking Odicon- K Lotion

Once A Day

62%

Twice A Week

14%

Twice A Day

10%

Thrice A week

10%

Alternate Day

What are you using Odicon-K Lotion for?

Dandruff

50%

Fungal infections

50%

Patient concerns

Hair loss K

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

Dear, I can understand your problem but you need to understand that hair fall stems from several factors like stress, dandruff, nutritional , after major illness, hormonal , autoimmune or just a genetic preponderance. Before prescribing you any medication, I need to know the exact cause of your hair fall. Hope you understood my point.

Pimpals & black skin solution k

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Apply multani mitti wtih rose water (in oily skin) & milk (in dry skin) 2 times in a week. Clarina cream at night. Oatmeal is beneficial in reducing acne because it cleanses your skin pores and absorbs excess oil. Plus, it

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Marketer details

Name: Rapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: IInd Floor, Garg Plaza, 5 Community Centre, Sector-8, Rohini, Delhi-110085

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Country of origin: India

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Odicon- K Lotion

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Odicon-K Lotion

Benefits of Odicon-K Lotion

Side effects of Odicon-K Lotion

How to use Odicon-K Lotion

How Odicon-K Lotion works

All substitutes for Odicon- K Lotion

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

References

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