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Ecoket is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion, Shampoo, Tablet, Cream, Powder, Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ecoket have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ecoket is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Ecoket side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ecoket normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ecoket's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Ecoket's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ecoket related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ecoket since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ecoket are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ecoket may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ecoket is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ecoket 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 Ecoket safe for pregnant women?
Ecoket can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ecoket, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ecoket safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ecoket.
What is the effect of Ecoket on the Kidneys?
Ecoket is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecoket on the Liver?
Ecoket may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Ecoket on the Heart?
Side effects of Ecoket rarely affect the heart.
Ecoket 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 Ecoket unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecoket habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ecoket is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ecoket you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecoket is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecoket in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ecoket
Taking Ecoket with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecoket
Consuming Ecoket with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Ecoket 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, Ecoket is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as imidazole antifungal agents which are used to treat fungal infections.
No, ideally Ecoket 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.
Ecoket 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.
Yes, you can use Ecoket on the face for fungal infection on affected area only. But please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
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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
