Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

Written By Dr. Mayank

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:37 AM (UTC)

Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid Uses

Ketoconazole+Salicylic Acid is used in the treatment of dandruff.

How Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid works

Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

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Medicine brands for Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

Salisia KT

Ajanta Pharma Limited

KLM Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹273 to ₹273

1 variant(s)

Olahair

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹156 to ₹331

3 variant(s)

Ketopz

Mark (India) Cosmed Pvt. Ltd.

₹60 to ₹121

5 variant(s)

Coaltoz-KZ

Cytoz Pharmaceuticals

₹186 to ₹186

1 variant(s)

Denfast-S

Santiago Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

₹229 to ₹229

1 variant(s)

Acvaketo S

Ajanta Pharma Limited

₹210 to ₹210

1 variant(s)

Clicsal KZ

Caryota Life Sciences India Pvt. Ltd.

₹234 to ₹234

1 variant(s)

Saldan Tvc

Regaliz Medicare Pvt Ltd

₹327 to ₹327

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Stop using Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.