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Katwalk is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Katwalk depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Katwalk 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Katwalk safe for pregnant women?
Katwalk can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Katwalk, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Katwalk safe during breastfeeding?
Katwalk does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Katwalk on the Kidneys?
Katwalk does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Katwalk on the Liver?
Use of Katwalk may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Katwalk on the Heart?
Katwalk is rarely harmful for the heart.
Katwalk 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 Katwalk unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Katwalk habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Katwalk is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Katwalk can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Katwalk is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Katwalk for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Katwalk
Taking Katwalk with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Katwalk
Taking Katwalk with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Katwalk 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.
Take Katwalk as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.
Yes, Katwalk is safe to use, if it used in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the dermatologist. However, few side effects are observed such as localised irritation with a stinging and burning sensation.
No, Katwalk does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Katwalk can cause stomach upset if taken orally.
No, Katwalk 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 Katwalk.
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)
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