Nizral, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Tablet, Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Nizral also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nizral. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Nizral have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Nizral normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Nizral's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. In addition, Nizral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nizral related warnings section.
Nizral is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nizral are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Nizral have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nizral is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nizral is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nizral is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Nizral safe for pregnant women?
Nizral may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Nizral, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Nizral safe during breastfeeding?
Nizral is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nizral on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Nizral on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nizral on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Nizral on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Nizral on the Heart?
Nizral is rarely harmful for the heart.
Nizral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nizral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nizral habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nizral has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nizral as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nizral is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Nizral in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Nizral
You can take Nizral with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nizral
Taking Nizral with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Nizral is a brand name of ketoconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal agents. It is used to treat fungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina). Over the counter ketoconazole shampoo control flaking, scaling, and itching of the scalp caused by dandruff.
No, Nizral does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Nizral.
Discontinuation of Nizral on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, irritation, and redness. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Nizral can be used on the scalp. Prescription ketoconazole shampoo is used to treat tinea capitis (scalp) but it has poor efficacy against them while over the counter ketoconazole shampoo is used to prevent and control scaling as well as the itching caused by dandruff. However, please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, Nizral does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Nizral.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nizoral (ketoconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 792-793
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
