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Ketotop is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ketotop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ketotop 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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Is the use of Ketotop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ketotop. It is best to stop taking Ketotop immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ketotop safe during breastfeeding?
Ketotop is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ketotop on the Kidneys?
Ketotop is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketotop on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Ketotop on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Ketotop on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ketotop on the heart have been reported.
Ketotop 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 Ketotop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketotop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ketotop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ketotop as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ketotop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketotop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketotop
You can take Ketotop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketotop
Consumption of alcohol and Ketotop together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Ketotop does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Ketotop.
No, Ketotop does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Ketotop can cause stomach upset if taken orally.
No, ideally Ketotop 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, Ketotop does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketotop.
Ketotop 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.
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)
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