Zole Ointment

Zole Ointment

Zole Ointment is a broad spectrum antifungal which is used in the treatment of infections caused by fungi in the mouth and in conditions like athlete’s foot, jock itch, and vaginal yeast infections. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to milk protein.

Drug = Miconazole

Strength = 2%

Manufacture = Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

How to Take

Zole Ointment is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Dosage

Zole-F Ointment

Zole Skin Ointment

Side Effects

Body pain

Difficulty in breathing

Fever or chills

Headache

Black or tarry stools

Diarrhea

Nausea or vomiting

Stomach pain

Loss of appetite

Weakness

Change in taste

Warning

Zole Ointment is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Clear data is not available about the use of this medicine in the breastfeeding women. Use with caution when the topical cream is applied. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Zole Ointment may increase the liver enzyme levels. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary at the time of initiation of the treatment. Discontinue the medicine if symptoms worsen.

The safety and effectiveness of Zole Ointment have not been established in pediatric patients less than 16 years of age.

Uses

Zole Ointment is used in the treatment of fungal infection in the mouth caused by Candida albicans fungus.

Zole Ointment is used in the treatment of vaginal infections caused by the fungus Candida albicans.

Zole Ointment is used in the treatment of skin infections caused by the fungus. It is also used to treat fungal infections of the nails.