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Exket Benefits & Uses

Exket is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

Exket Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3.3 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Valley Fever (Coccidioidomycosis) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 3.3 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Exket Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Exket is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
पेट दर्द
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Paresthesia
Skin irritation
Itching or burning
Rash
Diarrhoea

Exket Related Warnings

Is the use of Exket safe for pregnant women?

Exket may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Exket again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Exket safe during breastfeeding?

Exket is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Exket on the Kidneys?

Exket is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Exket on the Liver?

Exket may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Exket on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Exket on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Exket with Other Drugs

Exket should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Exket Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exket unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Infections
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Exket

Is this Exket habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Exket.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Exket as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Exket is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Exket in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Exket Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Exket

It is safe to take Exket with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Exket

Taking Exket with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Exket

Question over 5 years ago

Can Exket be used for acne?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, ideally Exket 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Exket cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Exket does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Exket can cause stomach upset if taken orally.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Exket antibacterial?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Exket 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Exket cause itching?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Exket 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.