Zimba Lotion 10 ml

Name: Zimba Lotion 10 ml
Brand: SUN PHARMA 2
Price: 271.65 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Zimba Lotion 10 ml is a prescription medicine containing Ozenoxacin (2% w/v). Bacterial infections Treatment of Superficial Skin infections Treatment of Acne Treatment of Impetigo. It belongs to the group of medicines called Topical antibacterial.

This medicine is for external use only. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Zimba Lotion 10 ml are burning or stinging, itching, redness and dryness. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Zimba Lotion 10 ml works.

Uses

Bacterial infections Treatment of Superficial Skin infections Treatment of Acne Treatment of Impetigo

Benefits

In Skin infection: Zimba kills the bacteria infecting the skin, so the redness, swelling, pain and discharge settle and the skin heals.
In Infected wounds: Zimba clears infection from a cut, graze or wound so it can heal cleanly, and helps prevent infection in a wound at risk.
In Impetigo: Zimba clears the crusted, weeping sores of impetigo and stops them spreading to other areas or to other people.
In Boils: Zimba treats the bacterial infection in a boil or folliculitis, reducing the pain and swelling and helping it heal.

Side effects

Most side effects of Zimba are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Burning or stinging
Itching
Redness
Dryness

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

How to use

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How it works

Zimba Lotion is a quinolone antimicrobial medicine. It enters into the bacterial cells and inhibits the bacterial enzymes which are required for the multiplication of the bacterial genetic material (DNA). It is mainly active against the bacteria causing skin infections.

Safety advice

AlcoholSAFE: No significant interaction with alcohol is expected.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingSAFE: Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneySAFE: No dose change is usually needed in kidney disease.

Warnings & precautions

Use it for the short course prescribed, usually about a week. Prolonged use of a topical antibiotic breeds resistant bacteria. See a doctor if the area becomes more red, swollen, painful or spreads, or if you develop a fever — a spreading skin infection needs tablets. Clean the area gently before each application. Do not use it on large raw areas or burns unless your doctor has said to.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Zimba Lotion, 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from skin use. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Apply Zimba Lotion only to the skin.
Do not use it to the eyes. lf the medicine accidentally gets into the eyes, immediately rinse it off with clean water.
This medicine is for external use only.
Do not swallow the lotion or use it in the eyes, on the mouth or lips, inside the nose, or inside the female genital area.
Use the medicine for the entire time recommended by the doctor, even if your symptoms improved.
For treatment of superficial skin infection, notify the doctor if there is no improvement in symptoms within a week after starting use of Zimba Lotion.
As treatment for acne, notify the doctor if there is no improvement in symptoms within 4 weeks after starting use of Zimba Lotion.
You have been prescribed Zimba Lotion to treat a certain skin infection (impetigo).

Fact box

Chemical class: Quinoline carboxylic acids
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: DERMA
Action class: Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Interaction with drugs

No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Same salt & strength options

S-Clear Lotion, Ozx Lotion, Ozefit Lotion, Zydus Cadila, Ozewid Lotion

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Zimba Lotion 10 ml.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA 2

Good to know

Common questions

What is Zimba Lotion 10 ml used for?

Zimba Lotion 10 ml is commonly used for Bacterial infections Treatment of Superficial Skin infections Treatment of Acne Treatment of Impetigo. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

Skin infection: Zimba kills the bacteria infecting the skin, so the redness, swelling, pain and discharge settle and the skin heals. It is also used for infected wounds, impetigo, boils.

What is the salt in Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

Zimba Lotion 10 ml contains Ozenoxacin (2% w/v). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

This medicine is for external use only. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Zimba Lotion 10 ml work?

Zimba Lotion is a quinolone antimicrobial medicine.

Is Zimba Lotion 10 ml a prescription medicine?

Yes. Zimba Lotion 10 ml is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

The side effects reported most often with Zimba are Burning or stinging, Itching, Redness, Dryness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Zimba Lotion 10 ml be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Zimba Lotion 10 ml in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zimba.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

No significant interaction between Zimba Lotion 10 ml and alcohol is expected.

What if I miss a dose of Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

If you miss a dose of Zimba Lotion, apply it as soon as possible.

Is Zimba Lotion 10 ml habit forming?

No. Zimba Lotion 10 ml is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Zimba Lotion 10 ml cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Zimba Lotion 10 ml starts at ₹272 (MRP ₹286) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in lotion 10 ml 10ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Zimba Lotion 10 ml?

Zimba Lotion 10 ml is manufactured by SUN PHARMA 2. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Zimba Lotion 10 ml delivered?

Zimba Lotion 10 ml is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.