Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Ketomaster Shampoo 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.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Ketomaster Shampoo is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ketomaster Shampoo can cause itching and burning sensation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience excessive itching after applying this drug then inform your dermatologist immediately without further delay and follow his/her instruction.

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Ketomaster Shampoo contains ketoconazole which works by blocking the ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus which is necessary for fungal cell membrane growth. Hence in this way, it kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane and treats the fungal infection.

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Ketomaster Shampoo does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketomaster Shampoo.