Ketoconazole 2% Cream 30gm
Brand Name : KETLIMAC
Ketoconazole 2% Cream 30gm
Description
KETLIMAC: Ketoconazole is available in the form of cream in a pack of 30 grams. The ingredient in this cream is Ketoconazole. Ketoconazole cream belongs to the class of dermatological preparation. Ketoconazole 2% Cream 30gm is used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and certain kinds of dandruff. The medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. The medication is available in the form of a cream and should be applied to the affected area of the skin as directed by the doctor.
Patients should wash and dry the affected area before applying the cream. The cream should be applied in a thin layer and rubbed in gently. Patients should not cover the treated area with a bandage or dressing unless directed by the doctor. The medication may cause side effects such as itching, burning, or stinging at the application site. Patients should inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions. Patients should not use the medication for longer than the prescribed period. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately
WHAT IS IN IT?
KETLIMAC: Ketoconazole is an antifungal cream.
Benefits
- Fungal infections
- Athlete’s foot
Indication
It is prescribed by Dermatologists to treat skin infections caused by a fungus. It also prevents recurrence.Side Effect
- It can be safely applied without any major side effects. In case you experience abnormal symptoms, talk to your health physician.
- Possible side effects of using Ketoconazole 2% Cream include itching, stinging, burning, or irritation not present before use of this medicine, cracked, dry, or scaly skin, discoloration of the fingernails or toenails, dizziness, eye dryness, irritation, or swelling, red rash with watery, yellow-colored, or pus-filled blisters with or without thick yellow to honey-colored crusts, blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin, burning sensation of the skin, burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or soreness at the application site, and discoloration of the hair.
- Patients should inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions.
- Patients should not use the medication for longer than the prescribed period.
- If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.
- Patients should also inform the doctor or pharmacist if they experience any allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat while using the medication.
Administration of Dosage
KETLIMAC: Ketoconazole cream shows effects for most fungal infections within 2 to 3 weeks for most fungal infections. It takes 6 weeks for an athlete's foot to get better. The cream is applied once a day or as directed by your health physician. Gently rub the cream into the infected area and surrounding the skin.Precautions and & Disclaimer
- While using Ketoconazole 2% Cream 30gm, certain precautions should be taken.
- The medication should not be used by anyone who is allergic to it or has large areas of burned or damaged skin.
- Patients should inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions.
- Patients should not use the medication for longer than the prescribed period.
- Patients should not apply the cream to the eyes, nose, or mouth, and should avoid contact with these areas.
- Patients should not cover the treated area with a bandage or dressing unless directed by the doctor.
- Patients should not use the medication on skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated.
- Patients should avoid exposure to sunlight and use sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) while using the medication.
- Patients should not use other skin products on the treated area without first consulting the doctor.
- If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.
