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Zinc pyrithione + Menthol Pharmacology
Zinc pyrithione + Menthol
About Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AMechanism of Action of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/APharmacokinets of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AOnset of Action for Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/ADuration of Action for Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AHalf Life of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/ASide Effects of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AContra-indications of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Zinc pyrithione + MentholAvoid contact w/ the eyes & mucous membrane.Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationNot recommendedIndications for Zinc pyrithione + Menthol1.Psoriasis
2.Atopic dermatitis
3.Eczema
4.Seborrheic dermatitis
5.Dandruff.
Interactions for Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/ATypical Dosage for Zinc pyrithione + MentholCream Apply on the lesion 3 times daily. Shampoo Apply in scalp 3-4 times a wk. Spray Spray on the affected area 3 times daily.
Schedule of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AStorage Requirements for Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AEffects of Overdose of Zinc pyrithione + MentholN/AAbout N/AMechanism of Action of N/APharmacokinets of N/AOnset of Action for N/ADuration of Action for N/AHalf Life of N/ASide Effects of N/AContra-indications of N/ASpecial Precautions while taking N/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for N/AInteractions for N/ATypical Dosage for N/ASchedule of N/AStorage Requirements for N/AEffects of Missed Dosage of N/AEffects of Overdose of N/AMenthol
About MentholTerpenes and terpenoid, Antipruritic, decongestant, topical analgesic.Mechanism of Action of MentholMenthol acts as a local anesthetic on the respiratory passageways and causing cough suppression. When Menthol is rubbed on the skin, it acts as a rubefacient and causes localized vasodilatation; which gives feelings of comfort and warmth. When applied gently on the skin, it acts as an anti-pruritic agent and creates a feeling of coolness, and mild local anaesthetic effect relieves itching. It has good soothing effect and acts as a demulcent. It also acts as a carminative.Pharmacokinets of MentholN/AOnset of Action for MentholN/ADuration of Action for MentholN/AHalf Life of MentholN/ASide Effects of Menthol1.Irritation
2.Anxiety
3.Excitement
4.Delirium
5.Colic
6.Nausea
7.Vomiting
8.Diarrhoea
9.Convulsions
10.Apnoea
11.Asystole
12.Contact dermatitis
13.Allergic reactions
Contra-indications of Menthol1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2.Should not applies to broken, injured, or burned skin
Special Precautions while taking Menthol1.Should not apply Menthol directly in to or near the nostrils of small children or asthma patients
2.Prolonged use
3.Seizures
4.Should not take steam inhalation orally
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with caution
Children Related InformationUse with caution
below 2 years: ContraindicatedIndications for Menthol1. Rubefacient.
2.Ingredient in cough preparations
3.Antipruritic
4. Ingredient in ointment or liniment to treat sprains; joint and muscle pain
5.Sore throat
6.Cold sores
7.Hay fever
8.As an inhalant to relieve nasal, bronchial, or upper respiratory congestion
9.Sinusitis
10.Bronchial cough
11.Pharyngeal inflammation
Interactions for MentholN/ATypical Dosage for MentholDosage individualized based on requirements of the patient.
Lozenges: Dissolve lozenge (5%-10% menthol) slowly in the mouth hourly as needed by the patients.
Topical: Rubbed on the throat and chest in a layer loosely covered with a warm dry cloth; up to thrice daily.
In vaporizer: Menthol (3.2%) in a hot steam vaporizer can be used by adding 1 tbsp of solution for each quart of cold water, or 1tsp of solution for each pint, up to thrice daily
Schedule of MentholN/AStorage Requirements for MentholStore at a cool dry place in a well closed container. Protect from light and heat. Keep out of reach of children.Effects of Missed Dosage of MentholTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of MentholProvide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.Home Delivery for Zinc pyrithione + Menthol in Your City
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