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Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione
INFORMATION ABOUT ALOE VERA + KETOCONAZOLE + ZINC PYRITHIONE
Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione Uses
Aloe Vera+Ketoconazole+Zinc pyrithione is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.
How Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione works
Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione is a combination of three medicines, aloe vera, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione. Aloe vera nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication that kills and stops the growth of fungi by destroying their cell membranes. Zinc pyrithione is also an antifungal medicine. It makes fungal cells absorb copper, which in turn disrupts protein utilization mechanisms in the cells. This is how it stops fungal growth.
Common side effects of Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
26 Aug 2024 | 10:32 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione
  • Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying this combination medicine.
  • Apply it as a thin layer onto a clean, dry, unbroken infected area twice a day.
  • Use a moisturizer (if needed) to overcome skin dryness during the treatment with this medicine.
  • Fungal infections often occur in warm, moist areas of the body. After washing or showering, ensure all areas of your skin are dried well, particularly areas such as skin folds and between your toes.
  • Do not share your towel or clothes with anyone; wear clean clothes daily to prevent infection.
  • This medicine may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
Frequently asked questions for Aloe Vera + Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione
The symptoms of skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of the treatment. However, the signs such as redness and peeling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
Keep the affected skin areas clean and dry but avoid excessive rubbing. You may have the urge to scratch because of itchiness but avoid scratching as it will damage the skin surface and cause the infection to spread further. Do not share towels, bath robes, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
No, it is not advisable to stop using Aloe Vera+Ketoconazole+Zinc pyrithione without consulting your doctor as it can lead to recurring infections. Therefore, use the lotion for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any difficulty while using the product, please consult the doctor.
You may apply sunscreen to the treated area of the skin after a minimum of 20 minutes of using this lotion.