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Dandura Soap is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Dandura Soap have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Dandura Soap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Dandura Soap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Dandura Soap are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Dandura Soap has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Dandura Soap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dandura Soap related warnings section.
Dandura Soap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Dandura Soap contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Dandura Soap may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Dandura Soap is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Dandura Soap 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
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Is the use of Dandura Soap safe for pregnant women?
Dandura can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dandura, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dandura Soap safe during breastfeeding?
Dandura does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Dandura Soap on the Kidneys?
Dandura is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Dandura Soap on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Dandura on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Dandura Soap on the Heart?
Dandura is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dandura Soap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dandura Soap habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dandura Soap is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dandura Soap. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Dandura Soap is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dandura Soap in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dandura Soap
Taking Dandura Soap with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dandura Soap
Taking Dandura Soap with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Dandura 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.
Dandura should be applied topically (on the skin) once daily for 2 - 6 weeks or as advised by a doctor. It should be applied after cleaning the affected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medicine on the affected area. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug. Over-the-counter ketoconazole shampoo is usually used every 3 to 4 days for up to 8 weeks after that use it as per the need.
No, Dandura is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug that 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 (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot).
No, Dandura does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Dandura.
Dandura 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.
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