Ketoconazole Medication Information

Get detailed information on Ketoconazole, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Ketoconazole provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Ketoconazole

Pronunciation : kee toe koe' na zole

ICD Code : Y40.7 Therapeutic Classification : Fungicides

Trade Names/Brand 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.