Description
Ketoconazole- 2%+ Z.P.T.O Shampoo/ Ketoconazole 2%W/V +Zinc Pyrithione 1%W/W Shampoo belongs to a class of dermatological medication known as ‘antifungal’ which is primarily used to prevent fungal infections of the skin like dry, flaky skin on the face, scalp, chest, upper back or ears. Seborrheic is a type of dandruff that causes an itchy rash with dry, flaky scales on the skin which contains oil glands such as the scalp, face, back, and upper chest. Fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents, it works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi, thereby slowing the growth of dandruff on the scalp.
Indication
This medication binds together and fights against anti-fungal infections or works by killing the fungus that causes infections by destroying the fungal cell membrane with the shampoo washout. This shampoo is used for treating anti-fungal infections and helps in treating infections of the scalp and hair. Other than these mentioned are the advantages of this Shampoo:
- Removes dandruff
- Controls flaking
- Acts as an antifungal agent
- Treats the fungal infections
- Helps in removing seborrheic dermatitis
- Reduces the population of yeast
Side Effect
This shampoo is a perfect medicated product that is used to treat hair problems or dandruff. It is recommended to get emergency help if something wrong happens or consult with a doctor. But sometimes products don’t suit you or their misuse might show you some side-effects which are as mentioned below;
- Rashness
- Swelling of the lips, throat, or face,
- Nausea.
- Dryness
- Hair discoloration
- Abnormal hair texture.
- Severe allergic reaction.
Administration of Dosage
- This shampoo should be used in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor and healthcare professionals. It should be used twice a week to get the most advantages from it.
- Do not overuse the shampoo because it will increase the chances of more side effects as well.
- Must consult or talk to a doctor or pharmacist if the condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. Make sure not to leave it on the scalp for more than 3 minutes.
- Overuse of this product may remove the richness of shampoo and will not positively affect your hair care.
Storage:
Store this shampoo at room temperature away from direct heat, light, and moisture. Brief storage between 15-30 degrees C is permitted because this product is flammable. Do not store or use near an open flame and keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Precautions and & Disclaimer
- Before using this shampoo, consult with your doctor or healthcare professionals if you are allergic to it; or to other antifungal infections such as clotrimazole, econazole, or miconazole; or if you have any other allergies.
- This derma product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your doctor for more details.
- Before using Ketoconazole- 2%+ Z.P.T.O Shampoo/ Ketoconazole 2%W/V +Zinc Pyrithione 1%W/W Shampoo, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.
- During pregnancy, this product should be used only when clearly needed. Also, discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk but consult your doctor before breastfeeding.