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Minoxidil with ketoconazole for hairloss

2021-09-15 12:32:05
My dermatologist recomended me ketoconazole shampoo Candid-K every alternate day with minoxidil 5% for treating hairloss even though i dont have dandruff at all Is ketoconazole helpful in treating hairloss in a person who does not have hairloss
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Not like that it clears up the scalp.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos

Answered2021-09-15 14:22:27

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Theoretically useful.

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Ketoconazole apart from antifungal effect, also have antiandrogenetic property. It's available in combination with minoxidil in some preparations for treating male pattern baldness.some prefer to prescribe it in shampoo form.

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