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Ketodust Benefits & Uses

Ketodust is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Ketodust 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

Ketodust Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketodust 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

Ketodust Related Warnings

Is the use of Ketodust safe for pregnant women?

Ketodust can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ketodust right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ketodust safe during breastfeeding?

Ketodust is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ketodust on the Kidneys?

Using Ketodust does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ketodust on the Liver?

Ketodust can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe
What is the effect of Ketodust on the Heart?

Ketodust may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ketodust with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Busulfan

Buspirone

Aliskiren

Amitriptyline

Amlodipine

Amlodipine,Benazepril

Ketodust Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Infections
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ketodust

Is this Ketodust habit forming or addictive?

Ketodust is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Ketodust, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ketodust can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ketodust should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Ketodust Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ketodust

It is safe to take Ketodust with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketodust

Consumption of alcohol and Ketodust together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ketodust

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ketodust thin the skin ?

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

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

Question about 6 years ago

What is Ketodust?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Ketodust 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Ketodust?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take Ketodust as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ketodust block DHT (Dihydrotestosterone)?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, shampoo form of Ketodust blocks the DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) in the scalp when used along with finasteride. Clinical studies have found this combination to be safe and effective in treating androgenetic alopecia in men.