Ketopz 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketopz is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ketopz safe for pregnant women?
Ketopz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ketopz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ketopz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ketopz.
What is the effect of Ketopz on the Kidneys?
Ketopz is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketopz on the Liver?
Use of Ketopz may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketopz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ketopz on the heart have been reported.
Ketopz 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 Ketopz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketopz habit forming or addictive?
Ketopz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ketopz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ketopz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketopz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ketopz
You can take Ketopz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketopz
Taking alcohol with Ketopz can be dangerous.
Ketopz 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, Ketopz 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, Ketopz 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).
Ketopz 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.
No, ideally Ketopz is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
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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
