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Triatop Lotion Substitute

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Uses:

<p>Triatop Lotion is used in the treatment of dandruff and fungal skin infections. The detailed uses of Triatop Lotion are as follows:<br/> • Dandruff control: Effectively reduces flaking, itching, and dryness of the scalp.<br/> • Manages seborrheic dermatitis: Helps calm inflammation, redness, and scaling.<br/> • Treats fungal infections: Treats fungal infections by eliminating the fungus causing the infection.<br/> • Soothes irritated skin: Provides relief from itching and discomfort caused by fungal overgrowth or inflammation.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Triatop Lotion is a combination of two antifungal drugs, namely Ketoconazole and pyrithione zinc, that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on the face, scalp, chest, upper back or ears). Triatop Lotion causes holes in the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. It clears fungal infections and relieves cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused by infections.

FAQs

Triatop Lotion is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin like seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on face, scalp, chest, upper back or ears).

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close, direct contact until the infection is cleared and refrain from sharing items with the infected person, as this can also spread the infection.

After using Triatop Lotion, wait for at least 20 minutes before applying makeup or sunscreen to the treated area of skin.

Yes, you may be advised to stop using other products containing steroids, such as hydrocortisone or betamethasone, before using Triatop Lotion. However, inform your doctor if you are using any steroidal creams or lotions before using Triatop Lotion so that the dose of steroidal cream may be reduced gradually to avoid flaring up the condition while using Triatop Lotion.

It is recommended that you use Triatop Lotion for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment with Triatop Lotion, please consult a doctor.

No, you are not recommended to stop using Triatop Lotion without consulting your doctor, as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, take Triatop Lotion for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking it, please consult your doctor.

No, Triatop Lotion does not cure seborrheic dermatitis. However, treatment with Triatop Lotion can control and reduce the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis.

The duration of treatment is determined by the patient's response and is typically two weeks. Do not use this more frequently than prescribed. Your condition will not improve faster, but adverse effects may worsen.

Triatop Lotion is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Yes, you can use it, but only if recommended by your doctor. Before recommending, your doctor will check for potential interactions between them and suggest if necessary.

Common side effects of Triatop Lotion may include itching, redness, irritation or burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.