Soluken 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Soluken is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Soluken safe for pregnant women?
Soluken can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Soluken, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Soluken safe during breastfeeding?
Soluken is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Soluken on the Kidneys?
Soluken does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Soluken on the Liver?
Effects of Soluken on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Soluken on the Heart?
Soluken may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Soluken 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 Soluken unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Soluken habit forming or addictive?
Soluken does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Soluken you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Soluken only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Soluken in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Soluken
Taking Soluken with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Soluken
Taking Soluken with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Soluken 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).
Yes, Soluken 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.
Soluken 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, shampoo form of Soluken blocks the DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) in the scalp when used along with finasteride. Clinical studies have found this combination to be safe and effective in treating androgenetic alopecia in men.
Yes, Soluken 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.
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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