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Seboket, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. Fungal Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Seboket have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Seboket depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Seboket as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Seboket are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Seboket is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Seboket related warnings talks about Seboket's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Seboket is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Seboket contraindications section.
Besides this, Seboket may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Seboket is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Seboket 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 Seboket safe for pregnant women?
Seboket can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Seboket right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Seboket safe during breastfeeding?
Seboket does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Seboket on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Seboket on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Seboket on the Liver?
Use of Seboket may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Seboket on the Heart?
Seboket is rarely harmful for the heart.
Seboket 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 Seboket unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Seboket habit forming or addictive?
Seboket does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Seboket as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Seboket is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Seboket is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Seboket
You can take Seboket with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Seboket
Taking alcohol with Seboket can be dangerous.
No, Seboket is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug that 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 (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot).
No, Seboket 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 Seboket.
Seboket 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.
No, ideally Seboket is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Seboket 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.
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)
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