Zovate M Ointment
Product introduction
Zovate M Ointment is a combination medicine. It is used to treat various types of skin infections usually the fungal type of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also acts against the infection-causing microorganisms.
Zovate M Ointment 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. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina 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. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition.
Uses of Zovate M Ointment
Benefits of Zovate M Ointment
In Treatment of Skin infections
Zovate M Ointment 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). It gives relief from swelling, redness, itching, and irritation due to infection. You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Zovate M Ointment for as long as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Zovate M Ointment
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 Zovate M
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Zovate M Ointment
This medicine 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.
How Zovate M Ointment works
Zovate M Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Miconazole which treat skin infections. Beclometasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Miconazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi on the skin by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zovate M Ointment 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zovate M Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Zovate M Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Zovate M Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Zovate M Ointment for the treatment of fungal skin infections.
- It is for use on skin only. Do not use it in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Zovate M Ointment and consult your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Zovate M Ointment for?
Skin infectio*
100%
*Skin infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Zovate M Ointment?
Application s*
100%
*Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
FAQs
What is Zovate M Ointment used for?
Zovate M Ointment is used to treat skin infections, especially those caused by fungi, with redness, itching, and swelling. It’s commonly used for ringworm, athlete’s foot, and jock itch with inflammation.
Who should not use Zovate M Ointment?
People should not use Zovate M Ointment if they are allergic to any ingredients present in it, have viral skin infections (such as cold sores or chickenpox), or if they have rosacea, perioral dermatitis, or deep fungal infections. Always consult your doctor before use.
Can Zovate M Ointment cause serious side effects?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Zovate M Ointment include severe skin rash, extreme redness, blistering, swelling, or allergic reactions such as trouble breathing. Seek medical help right away if these develop.
Is it safe to cover the treated area after applying Zovate M Ointment?
After applying Zovate M Ointment, do not cover the treated skin with airtight dressings or bandages unless directed by your doctor, as it may increase the risk of side effects like skin thinning.
How long should I use Zovate M Ointment?
You should use Zovate M Ointment only for the duration prescribed by your doctor, usually not longer than 2 weeks, to avoid problems from long-term steroid use (present in Zovate M Ointment).
Can Zovate M Ointment be used for acne or other non-fungal infections?
No. Zovate M Ointment is not for acne or skin conditions caused solely by bacteria or viruses. It should only be used for fungal infections with inflammation.
What should I do if my symptoms do not improve after a week of using Zovate M Ointment?
If your skin symptoms do not improve after a week of using Zovate M Ointment, consult your doctor. You may need a different treatment or additional evaluation.
Can children use Zovate M Ointment?
Use Zovate M Ointment in children above age 6 with a doctor’s advice. Children’s skin absorbs more medicine, raising the risk of side effects.
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- Miconazole. Schorndorf, Germany: Catalent Germany Schorndorf; 1974 [revised Aug. 2018]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Beclometasone. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: India
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