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Atiket is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Soap, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Atiket has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Atiket depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atiket can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atiket go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Atiket's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Atiket related warnings talks about Atiket's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atiket is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Atiket are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Atiket with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Atiket is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Atiket 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 Atiket safe for pregnant women?
Atiket may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Atiket, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Atiket safe during breastfeeding?
Atiket is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atiket on the Kidneys?
Atiket is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Atiket on the Liver?
Atiket may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Atiket on the Heart?
Atiket may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Atiket 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 Atiket unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atiket habit forming or addictive?
Atiket is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Atiket you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atiket only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atiket is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atiket
It is safe to take Atiket with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atiket
Consumption of alcohol and Atiket together may have severe effects on your health.
No, ideally Atiket can't be used for hemorrhoids condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat and prevent hemorrhoids.
Yes, Atiket is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
Take Atiket as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.
Atiket 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.
Atiket contains ketoconazole which works by blocking the ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus which is necessary for fungal cell membrane growth. Hence in this way, it kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane and treats the fungal infection.
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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
