Ketostar Cream Information
Ketostar Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ketostar Cream have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ketostar Cream depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ketostar Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ketostar Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ketostar Cream's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ketostar Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ketostar Cream related warnings section.
Ketostar Cream is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Ketostar Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Ketostar Cream may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ketostar Cream is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ketostar Cream Benefits & Uses
Ketostar Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Other Benefits
- Dandruff
- Candidal Infection
- Valley Fever
- Histoplasmosis
- Paracoccidioidomycosis
- Blastomycosis
- Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Jock itch
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
- Belly Button Infection
- Itchy Scalp
Ketostar Cream 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
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Ketostar Cream Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ketostar Cream safe for pregnant women?
Ketostar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ketostar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Ketostar Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Ketostar is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Cream on the Kidneys?
Using Ketostar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Cream on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Ketostar on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Severe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Cream on the Heart?
Ketostar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ketostar Cream with Other Drugs
Ketostar Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Ketostar Cream Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketostar Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Infections
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Ketostar Cream
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Is this Ketostar Cream habit forming or addictive?
Ketostar Cream is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ketostar Cream. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ketostar Cream only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketostar Cream is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Ketostar Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ketostar Cream
You can take Ketostar Cream with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketostar Cream
Taking Ketostar Cream with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
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
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
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