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8X KT Shampoo is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of 8X KT Shampoo depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
8X KT Shampoo is used to treat the following -
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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when 8X KT Shampoo is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of 8X KT Shampoo safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of 8X KT Shampoo during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of 8X KT Shampoo safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of 8X KT Shampoo for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of 8X KT Shampoo on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of 8X KT Shampoo for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of 8X KT Shampoo on the Liver?
Side effects of 8X KT Shampoo on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of 8X KT Shampoo on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of 8X KT Shampoo on heart. So it is not known whether taking 8X KT Shampoo will cause side effects on heart or not.
8X KT Shampoo 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 8X KT Shampoo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this 8X KT Shampoo habit forming or addictive?
8X KT Shampoo is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and 8X KT Shampoo
There is no information on the effects of taking 8X KT Shampoo with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and 8X KT Shampoo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking 8X KT Shampoo with alcohol will be.
Yes, 8X KT Shampoo 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, 8X KT Shampoo 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 8X KT Shampoo.
8X KT Shampoo 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.
Discontinuation of 8X KT Shampoo on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, irritation, and redness. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
No, ideally 8X KT Shampoo can't be used for acne (pimples) because it is not a fungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat acne.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
