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Ketofast is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ketofast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ketofast 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketofast is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ketofast safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Ketofast will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Ketofast safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Ketofast for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Ketofast on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ketofast on kidney, information on safety of Ketofast for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ketofast on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ketofast on the liver, information on safety of Ketofast for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ketofast on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ketofast on the heart, information on safety of Ketofast for the heart is unavailable.
Ketofast 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 Ketofast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketofast habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ketofast is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ketofast as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ketofast is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ketofast in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ketofast
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ketofast and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketofast
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ketofast.
No, ideally Ketofast is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, ideally Ketofast can't be used for acne (pimples) because it is not a fungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat acne.
No, Ketofast does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketofast.
Discontinuation of Ketofast on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, irritation, and redness. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Ketofast is safe to use, if it used in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the dermatologist. However, few side effects are observed such as localised irritation with a stinging and burning sensation.
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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
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 890