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Zaloe 10% drug belongs to the group of drugs for the treatment of dermatological diseases with the main ingredient being zinc oxide, so it is used in the treatment of many dermatological diseases such as eczema, burns, insect stings,... Patients need to comply. Follow the instructions strictly to ensure effective treatment, avoid unwanted side effects.
1. What is Zaloe?
Zaloe 10% drug belongs to the group of drugs to treat dermatological diseases with the main ingredient being zinc oxide. Zinc oxide has astringent and mild antiseptic properties. It is often applied topically to protect and soothe eczema lesions and minor abrasions. In addition, zinc oxide can reflect ultraviolet rays, so it is also used in sunscreen lotions.
Besides, zinc oxide is also the basis for making some cements in dentistry. When mixed with phosphoric acid, zinc oxide forms a hard material that is mixed with clove oil or eugenol for temporary fillings.
Most of the preparations containing zinc oxide also contain other substances such as bismuth oxide, titanium oxide, glycerol, boom (balsam) Peru, ichthammol... especially fatty substances that can seal the skin and cause superinfection.
2. Indications of the drug Zaloe
Zaloe drug is widely indicated in the treatment of dry skin, dermatological diseases including:
Irritated skin due to artificial anus, gastrointestinal fistula, opening the bladder to the skin. Support the treatment of eczema Shallow burns, not wide. Sunburn, sunburn, insect stings, diaper rash, seborrhea, impetigo, tinea versicolor, psoriasis, varicose ulcers, itching.
3. Dosage and how to use Zaloe
Zaloe drug is made in the form of a topical cream, so the patient needs to use the drug by applying it on the skin. Dosage is as follows:
Skin lesions: after disinfection, the patient applies a thin layer of the drug to the affected skin from 1-2 times a day. A sterile cotton pad can be used to cover the affected area. Eczema: apply a thick layer of preparations containing ichthammol, zinc oxide, glycerol to the affected area 2-3 times a day. Painful anal itching, especially in episodes of hemorrhoids: apply the drug to the anus, 2-3 times a day, after each bowel movement. However, it should be noted that it should not be used for a long time. In case after 7-10 days of taking the drug, the symptoms are still not relieved, the patient needs to go to the hospital for an anorectal examination to find the cause of the bleeding.
4. Contraindications of the drug Zaloe
Contraindicated to use Zaloe drug in the following cases:
Hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation, especially to pyrazol. Skin damage due to bacterial infection.
5. Side effects of the drug Zaloe
When using Zaloe, patients may experience rare side effects as follows:
Excipients, Peruvian ointment, lanolin can cause contact eczema. Allergy to the components of the preparation. Accordingly, to avoid possible drug interactions when using Zaloe, patients need to inform their doctors about the drugs they are using, including drugs, pharmaceuticals, and functional foods.
The article has provided information about uses, dosage and notes when using Zaloe. To ensure the safety and effectiveness of the drug, patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist before using it.
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