AF K

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    AF K Information



    AF K Benefits & Uses

    AF K is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    AF K 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

    AF K Related Warnings

    • Is the use of AF K safe for pregnant women?


      No research has been done to ascertain the safety of AF K in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of AF K safe during breastfeeding?


      Information about safety of AF K for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of AF K on the Kidneys?


      In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of AF K on kidney, information on safety of AF K for kidney is unavailable.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of AF K on the Liver?


      In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of AF K on the liver, information on safety of AF K for liver is unavailable.

      Severe
    • What is the effect of AF K on the Heart?


      In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of AF K on the heart, information on safety of AF K for the heart is unavailable.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of AF K with Other Drugs

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

    Severe

    Moderate



    AF K Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about AF K

    • Is this AF K habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to AF K.

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


      Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking AF K since it will not make you feel sleepy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume AF K only on doctor's advice.

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


      AF K is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

      No

    AF K Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and AF K


      Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with AF K, due to a lack of research on this.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and AF K


      Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking AF K.

      Severe


    Frequently asked Questions about AF K

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does AF K thin the skin ?

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

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

    Question about 5 years ago

    Does AF K cause stomach upset?

    Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

    Question over 5 years ago

    How does AF K work?

    Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

    AF K 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.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can AF K be used on the face?

    Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

    Yes, you can use AF K on the face for fungal infection on affected area only. But please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    is AF K steroid ?

    Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 890

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