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Ecoket Shampoo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Shampoo. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. The alternative uses of Ecoket Shampoo have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ecoket Shampoo. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecoket Shampoo can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ecoket Shampoo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ecoket Shampoo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ecoket Shampoo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ecoket Shampoo is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ecoket Shampoo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ecoket Shampoo have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ecoket Shampoo is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ecoket Shampoo 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult |
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Is the use of Ecoket Shampoo safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ecoket. It is best to stop taking Ecoket immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ecoket Shampoo safe during breastfeeding?
Ecoket is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ecoket Shampoo on the Kidneys?
Ecoket is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecoket Shampoo on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Ecoket on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Ecoket Shampoo on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ecoket on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecoket Shampoo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecoket Shampoo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ecoket Shampoo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ecoket Shampoo as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecoket Shampoo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecoket Shampoo in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ecoket Shampoo
Taking Ecoket Shampoo with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecoket Shampoo
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ecoket Shampoo as it can have severe side effects.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes, you can use Ecoket on the face for fungal infection on affected area only. But please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
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