Ecoket Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ecoket Tablet Information

Ecoket Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Ecoket Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Ecoket Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecoket Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ecoket Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Ecoket Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ecoket Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ecoket Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ecoket Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ecoket Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ecoket Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ecoket Benefits & Uses
Ecoket Dosage & How to Take
Ecoket Side Effects
Ecoket Related Warnings
Ecoket Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ecoket
Ecoket Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ecoket Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ecoket Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Ecoket Tablet 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

Ecoket Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ecoket Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Ecoket can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ecoket, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ecoket Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Ecoket.

Safe
What is the effect of Ecoket Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ecoket is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ecoket Tablet on the Liver?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Ecoket Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Ecoket rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Ecoket Tablet Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Infections
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ecoket Tablet

Is this Ecoket Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ecoket Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Ecoket Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ecoket Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Ecoket Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ecoket Tablet

Taking Ecoket Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecoket Tablet

Consuming Ecoket Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ecoket Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ecoket be used on scalp ?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ecoket can be used on the scalp. Prescription ketoconazole shampoo is used to treat tinea capitis (scalp) but it has poor efficacy against them while over the counter ketoconazole shampoo is used to prevent and control scaling as well as the itching caused by dandruff. However, please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.

Question over 5 years ago

is Ecoket steroid ?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Ecoket is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of drug known as imidazole antifungal agents which are used to treat fungal infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Ecoket cream be used for hemorrhoids?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, ideally Ecoket can't be used for hemorrhoids condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat and prevent hemorrhoids.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Ecoket?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Ecoket 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.