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Ketafung CT 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 Ketafung CT is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ketafung CT safe for pregnant women?
Ketafung CT can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ketafung CT right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ketafung CT safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ketafung CT in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ketafung CT is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ketafung CT on the Kidneys?
Ketafung CT is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ketafung CT on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Ketafung CT on the liver.
What is the effect of Ketafung CT on the Heart?
Using Ketafung CT does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ketafung CT 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 Ketafung CT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketafung CT habit forming or addictive?
Ketafung CT does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ketafung CT since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Ketafung CT is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketafung CT is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketafung CT
You can take Ketafung CT with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketafung CT
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ketafung CT with alcohol will be.
No, Ketafung CT 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).
Discontinuation of Ketafung CT on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, irritation, and redness. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Ketafung CT does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketafung CT.
Yes, Ketafung CT 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.
Ketafung CT 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.
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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