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Keticon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream, Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Keticon have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Keticon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Keticon as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Keticon go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Keticon's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Keticon related warnings talks about Keticon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Keticon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Keticon contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Keticon may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Keticon, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Keticon 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 Keticon is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Keticon safe for pregnant women?
Keticon may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Keticon again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Keticon safe during breastfeeding?
Keticon does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Keticon on the Kidneys?
Using Keticon does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Keticon on the Liver?
Keticon may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Keticon on the Heart?
Keticon is rarely harmful for the heart.
Keticon 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 Keticon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Keticon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Keticon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Keticon you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Keticon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Keticon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Keticon
Taking Keticon with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Keticon
Taking alcohol with Keticon can be dangerous.
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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
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
