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Ketzi 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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Is the use of Ketzi safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ketzi. It is best to stop taking Ketzi immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ketzi safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ketzi.
What is the effect of Ketzi on the Kidneys?
Ketzi does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketzi on the Liver?
Effects of Ketzi on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketzi on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ketzi on the heart have been reported.
Ketzi 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 Ketzi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketzi habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ketzi is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ketzi as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ketzi only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ketzi for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketzi
You can take Ketzi with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketzi
Consuming Ketzi with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Ketzi 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.
Ketzi 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.
No, Ketzi does not cause stomach upset when applied topically. However, Ketzi can cause stomach upset if taken orally.
Yes, Ketzi 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.
Yes, Ketzi 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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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177