Prescription Required
Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine is used -
Common
Is the use of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on kidney, information on safety of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on the Liver?
Side effects of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine 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 Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine with alcohol.
Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine 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.
Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a dermatologist. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a dermatologist recommendation.
Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine 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.
Yes, Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
Yes, Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine can cause itching and burning sensation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience excessive itching after applying this drug then inform your dermatologist immediately without further delay and follow his/her instruction.
This medicine data has been created by -
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