Skin infections (topicals):
Indications for: Ketoconazole Cream
Tinea corporis, t. cruris, t. versicolor, t. pedis, cutaneous candidiasis, seborrheic dermatitis.
Adult Dosage:
Apply once daily to affected and adjacent area. Treat for at least 2 weeks. T. pedis: treat for 6 weeks. Seborrheic dermatitis: apply to affected area twice daily for 4 weeks or until clinical clearing. Reevaluate if no improvement after full course of treatment.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
Ketoconazole Cream Warnings/Precautions:
Asthma (crm). Discontinue if sensitization occurs. Avoid eyes. Shampoo may interfere with permanent waving. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
See Also:
Ketoconazole Cream Classification:
Azole antifungal.
Adverse Reactions:
Cream: irritation, pruritus, stinging, allergic reaction. Shampoo: changes in hair texture, scalp pustules, dry or oily scalp or hair, pruritus.
Note:
Cream formerly known under the brand names Ketozole, Nizoral.
How Supplied:
Crm, shampoo—contact supplier; A-D Shampoo—4oz, 7oz
