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Keptafine Benefits & Uses

Keptafine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Nail Fungus

Other Benefits

Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard
Blisters

Keptafine 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
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Keptafine Related Warnings

Is the use of Keptafine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Keptafine safely.

Safe
Is the use of Keptafine safe during breastfeeding?

Keptafine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Keptafine on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Keptafine. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Keptafine on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Keptafine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Keptafine on the Heart?

Keptafine is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Keptafine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Fluconazole

Rifampicin

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Mild

Cimetidine

Keptafine Contraindications

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

Anxiety
Depression
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Keptafine

Is this Keptafine habit forming or addictive?

Keptafine does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Keptafine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Keptafine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Keptafine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Keptafine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Keptafine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Keptafine

Taking Keptafine with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Keptafine

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Keptafine with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Keptafine

Question over 4 years ago

Is Keptafine good for treating ringworm?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Keptafine is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). However, this is a prescribed drug do not take it on your own. Get yourself physically examined in case of severe patches.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Keptafine cause the liver damage?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Keptafine can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure have been reported. Hence a routine liver function test should be conducted when taking this drug for a long time.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Keptafine antibacterial?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Keptafine is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat fungal infections only.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Keptafine with Ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Keptafine can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful interaction has been reported between the two drugs. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. For precaution check with a physician once because some patients are individually allergic to each group of drugs.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Keptafine cause constipation?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Occasionally, Keptafine causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the intervenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.