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Ketocip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Shampoo, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ketocip have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ketocip. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ketocip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ketocip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ketocip has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ketocip'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 Ketocip since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketocip contraindications section.
Besides this, Ketocip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ketocip is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ketocip 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult |
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Is the use of Ketocip safe for pregnant women?
Ketocip can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ketocip, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ketocip safe during breastfeeding?
Ketocip does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Ketocip on the Kidneys?
Ketocip is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketocip on the Liver?
Effects of Ketocip on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketocip on the Heart?
Ketocip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ketocip 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 Ketocip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketocip habit forming or addictive?
Ketocip is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ketocip you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ketocip only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketocip is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketocip
Taking Ketocip with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketocip
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ketocip as it can have severe side effects.
No, Ketocip is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug that 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 (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot).
Ketocip 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, Ketocip 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.
Ketocip should be applied topically (on the skin) once daily for 2 - 6 weeks or as advised by a doctor. It should be applied after cleaning the affected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medicine on the affected area. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug. Over-the-counter ketoconazole shampoo is usually used every 3 to 4 days for up to 8 weeks after that use it as per the need.
Yes, you can use Ketocip on the face for fungal infection on affected area only. But please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
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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