Ketoconazole Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Ketoconazole, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Ketoconazole brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Ketoconazole

Pronunciation : kee toe koe' na zole

ICD Code : Y40.7 Therapeutic Classification : Fungicides

Brand Names or Trade Names of Ketoconazole

India :

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International :

Nizoral, Extina, Xolegel, Kuric

Why is Ketoconazole Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anti-fungal agent, prescribed for jock itch, athlete's foot and other infections. It interferes with the formation of the fungal cell membrane and kills fungi.

When should Ketoconazole not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who are taking terfenadine or astemizole, cisapride, triazolam and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ketoconazole?

Adult- The oral dose range is 200-400 mg daily. Topical formulations are administered over affected areas once or twice daily.

How should Ketoconazole be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
It also comes as a cream to apply topically.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ketoconazole?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, alcoholism, blood problems (eg, prophyria), any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly.

What are the side effects of Ketoconazole?

♦ Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fever, chills, sensitivity to light, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, breast enlargement in male, impotence, decrease in platelet counts and white blood cells, anemia, projection of skull bone, hair loss.