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Ecoket Soap is a prescription drug, available for use as Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ecoket Soap have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ecoket Soap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ecoket Soap as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ecoket Soap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ecoket Soap's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Ecoket Soap has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ecoket Soap related warnings section.
Ecoket Soap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ecoket Soap contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ecoket Soap with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ecoket Soap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ecoket 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 Ecoket Soap safe for pregnant women?
Ecoket can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ecoket, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ecoket Soap safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ecoket.
What is the effect of Ecoket Soap on the Kidneys?
Ecoket is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecoket Soap on the Liver?
Ecoket may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Ecoket Soap on the Heart?
Side effects of Ecoket rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecoket Soap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecoket Soap habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ecoket Soap is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ecoket Soap you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecoket Soap is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecoket Soap in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ecoket Soap
Taking Ecoket Soap with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecoket Soap
Consuming Ecoket Soap with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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)
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