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Mesoketz is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Mesoketz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Mesoketz 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 Mesoketz safe for pregnant women?
Mesoketz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Mesoketz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mesoketz safe during breastfeeding?
Mesoketz is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mesoketz on the Kidneys?
Mesoketz does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mesoketz on the Liver?
Use of Mesoketz may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mesoketz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mesoketz on the heart have been reported.
Mesoketz 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 Mesoketz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesoketz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mesoketz is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mesoketz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Mesoketz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mesoketz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mesoketz
You can take Mesoketz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesoketz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mesoketz as it can have severe side effects.
No, ideally Mesoketz is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Take Mesoketz as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.
No, Mesoketz 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 Mesoketz.
Mesoketz 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.
No, Mesoketz is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as imidazole antifungal agents which are used to treat fungal infections.
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
