Ketozole Soap 100gm 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 ...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ketozole Soap 100gm is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Ketozole Soap 100gm 100gm soap
Introduction
Ketozole Soap 100gm belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s foot, thrush and ringworm.
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Uses of Ketozole Soap 100gm
Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Ketozole Soap 100gm
Common
Application site burning
Skin peeling
How to use Ketozole Soap 100gm
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 apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the af...
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How Ketozole Soap 100gm works
Ketozole Soap 100gm is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
What if you forget to take Ketozole Soap 100gm?
If you miss a dose of Ketozole Soap 100gm, 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.
Quick Tips
KZ Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:
Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after 4 weeks of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Oral
Fungal infections
Adult: 200 mg once daily; may increase to 400 mg once daily if clinical response is insufficient. Continue treatment until sy...
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Child Dose
Oral
Fungal infections
Child: >2 yr 3.3-6.6 mg/kg/day once daily.
Treatment duration: 1-2 wk for candidiasis; at least 4 wk in recalcitrant dermat...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment: No dosage adjustment needed.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; preexisting liver disease, porphyria. Concurrent use with cisapride, terfenadine or astemizole.
Mode of Action
Ketoconazole interferes w/ biosynthesis of triglycerides and phopholipids by blocking fungal CYP450, thus altering cell membrane permeability in susce...
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Precaution
Hepatic impairment; monitor liver function regularly. Pregnancy, lactation. Predisposition to adrenocortical insufficiency. Discontinue treatment if t...
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Side Effect
1-10%
Nausea and vomiting (3-10%),Pruritus (2%),Abdominal pain (1%)
<1%
Alopecia,Headache,Dizziness,Hyperlipidemia,Somnolence,Fever,Chills,Bulgin...
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