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Ketopan Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Ketopan Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ketopan Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ketopan Cream side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ketopan Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ketopan Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ketopan Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ketopan Cream related warnings section.
Ketopan Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ketopan Cream in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketopan Cream contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ketopan Cream with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ketopan Cream is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ketopan Cream 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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Is the use of Ketopan Cream safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ketopan. It is best to stop taking Ketopan immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ketopan Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Ketopan does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Ketopan Cream on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ketopan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketopan Cream on the Liver?
Ketopan may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Ketopan Cream on the Heart?
Side effects of Ketopan rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketopan Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketopan Cream habit forming or addictive?
Ketopan Cream does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ketopan Cream you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ketopan Cream is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketopan Cream is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketopan Cream
Taking Ketopan Cream with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketopan Cream
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ketopan Cream as it can have severe side effects.
Ketopan is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a dermatologist. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a dermatologist recommendation.
Yes, Ketopan can cause itching and burning sensation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience excessive itching after applying this drug then inform your dermatologist immediately without further delay and follow his/her instruction.
Take Ketopan as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.
No, Ketopan does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketopan.
Ketopan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nizoral (ketoconazole)
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