Ozenoxacin Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 14, 2024.

Usual Adult Dose for Impetigo

Apply a thin layer topically to the affected area twice a day for 5 days

Comments: The affected area may be up to 100 cm2.

Use: For the topical treatment of impetigo due to Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes

Usual Pediatric Dose for Impetigo

2 months or older: Apply a thin layer topically to the affected area twice a day for 5 days

Comments:

• The affected area may be 2% of the total body surface area and not exceeding 100 cm2 in patients less than 12 years of age.
• The affected area may be up to 100 cm2 in patients 12 years or older.

Use: For the topical treatment of impetigo due to Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 months.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• For topical use only.
• Not for oral, ophthalmic, intranasal, or intravaginal use.
• Wash hands after use.
• The treated area may be covered with a sterile bandage or gauze dressing.

Patient advice:

• Wash hands after use.
• For external use only; do now swallow or use in eyes, on mouth or lips, inside the nose, or inside the female genital area.
• Use this medication for the entire course, even if symptoms may have improved.
• Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms do not improve within 3 days after starting this drug.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Xepi (ozenoxacin) used to treat?

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