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Ketofly is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Shampoo, Soap. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. The alternative uses of Ketofly have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ketofly. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ketofly have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ketofly normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ketofly's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ketofly's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ketofly can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ketofly in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketofly contraindications section.
Additionally, Ketofly may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ketofly is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ketofly 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 Ketofly safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ketofly. It is best to stop taking Ketofly immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ketofly safe during breastfeeding?
Ketofly does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ketofly on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ketofly on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketofly on the Liver?
Use of Ketofly may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketofly on the Heart?
Ketofly may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ketofly 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 Ketofly unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketofly habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ketofly.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ketofly can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ketofly is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketofly cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ketofly
You can take Ketofly with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketofly
Taking alcohol with Ketofly can be dangerous.
Ketofly 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, Ketofly 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, Ketofly is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as imidazole antifungal agents which are used to treat fungal infections.
No, Ketofly does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Ketofly can cause stomach upset if taken orally.
Yes, Ketofly is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
