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Ecoket Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Ecoket Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Ecoket Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecoket Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ecoket Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ecoket Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ecoket Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ecoket Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ecoket Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ecoket Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ecoket Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ecoket Tablet 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ecoket Tablet 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 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ecoket.
What is the effect of Ecoket Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ecoket is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecoket Tablet 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 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ecoket rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecoket Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecoket Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ecoket Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ecoket Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecoket Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecoket Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ecoket Tablet
Taking Ecoket Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecoket Tablet
Consuming Ecoket Tablet 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
