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Ketoconazole
INFORMATION ABOUT KETOCONAZOLE
Ketoconazole Uses
Ketoconazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
How Ketoconazole works
Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects of Ketoconazole
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
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Increased liver enzymes, Application site redness, Itching, Diarrhea, Abnormal liver function tests, Adrenal insufficiency, Application site burning
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Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 04:53 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Ketoconazole
- Your doctor has prescribed Ketoconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Ketoconazole.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you experience an allergic reaction like skin rash, swelling of face and shortness of breath.
- Your doctor has prescribed Ketoconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Frequently asked questions for Ketoconazole
No, Ketoconazole does not prevent hair loss.