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Ketoconazole Shampoo (1%)

Generic name
Ketoconazole Shampoo (1%)
Common brand names
Nizoral A-D
Medication class
Topical antifungal shampoo

Overview

Its medication class is Topical antifungal shampoo. Common uses include Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Product forms and labels can differ, so follow the specific package instructions and ask a pharmacist or qualified healthcare professional about individual questions.

How to Take it

Route
Topical skin product.
Time of day
Apply once to twice daily; for rash/fungal products continue through full course.
With food/water
External use only.
Preparation
Apply thin layer to clean, dry skin; patch test where possible.
Safe dose
Small layer over affected lesions only.
Max dose
Do not exceed area/frequency limits on label.
Frequency
Usually once to twice daily.
Other recommendations
Stop if severe burning, swelling, or spreading redness appears.

Common uses

  • Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis

Common side effects

  • Itching
  • burning
  • dry scalp
  • redness
  • dryness
  • and hair texture changes

Important warnings

  • Avoid eyes and contact with broken skin. Avoid overuse on sensitive or extensively irritated scalp. Not for deep fungal disease. Seek care for severe irritation, swelling, hair loss progression, or allergic symptoms.

General interactions information

Low interactions with topical use; avoid frequent overlap with medicated shampoos

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