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I have been using a shampoo consisting of ketoconazole since a year now. Oral ketoconazole causes infertility , will my log term use of the shampoo also cause the same?

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No Ketoconazole shampoo does have this side effect. ...  Read More

How meny times use for day Clotrimazole or ketoconazole creams on hand ring worm

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Twice..Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearanc ...  Read More

Can I use ketoconazole shampoo if I don't bave dandruff? Is this mild shampoo that can be used by anyone

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No... specific shampoo required depends on the tone and texture of hair.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Please tell me sir How to use Clotrimazole or ketoconazole creams on skin ring worms

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Twice daily....Send photos, of the affected area for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

Can I use ketoconazole shampoo and clotrimazole skin lotion together for tinea cupitis. I also use terbinafine tablets as oral medication.

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For tinea capitis..U r not on correct treatment..Do direct online consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I was prescribed Ketoconazole 2% for a fungal infection under my breasts and on the side of my foot. May I also use this for a vaginal yeast infection

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No ...  Read More

Hi, Ketoconazole cream was prescribed for itching on testicles. Does it contain steroids? Is it safe to use it?

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Answer to your query: Ok No Yes ...  Read More

I have Kz Cream and Kevon lotion - both have Ketoconazole 2% Is there any difference between them? If no which is more effective?

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Yes.. one is more of shampoo based .. for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Can I Use Beclometasone and Ketoconazole in Vagina for itching in Pregnancy. Kindly Suggest me for better explanation

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Connect please ...  Read More

Applied Ketoconazole cream on face for 2 days and now face started swelling. Please help me what to do now

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic contact dermatitis causing this face swelling.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consul ...  Read More

Scalpe pro anti dandruff shampoo safe during pregnancy? I have dandruff issue. Does this shampoo has side effect. Can I use it. I'm 29 weeks pregnant

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

Is it Ok to apply ketafung-CT shampoo and sebowash for a lifetime? Is there really no side effects or long term effects . How many times in a week should be used?

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Should be used twice weekly ...  Read More

My husband was using ketafung CT regularly for 2 years. Can it really cause liver damage? We used to do regular blood test every year and his liver enzymes were little high every time. But we couldn't co-relate

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I am using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo twice a week for 5 to 6 years for seborrheic dermatitis condition, i want to understand whether long term use have any side effects

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Hi, there can be side-effects. But in order to guide you properly I need further details. Kindly book an online consultation. ...  Read More

How much time ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo take to work on dandruff ? Correct usage for dandruff ?

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Take online consultation ...  Read More

My doctor has prescribed ketoconazole 2 percent shampoo for my baby's scalp infection, who is 4 month old. Is it safe on a 4 month old baby ? Should I use it ??

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Can help you kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Please help me how long can i use ketomac dandruff shampoo on my hair? It says 2 time for 4 week and then once a week. So how long can i use once a week ? I have been using this once a week since last one year . Is it safe to use like this and for so long? Please help me . Is it safe that i am using this for so long

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It depends on the severity...Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct ...  Read More

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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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 pres ...  Read More

I've got a male pattern baldness since early 20s. I have lost almost all my hair from fron and crown. I also have a very weak donor area. Now I'm losing my hair from one side of the donor area. I also have seborrheic dermatitis. If I use photonic max shampoo (enriched with minerals and multivitamins). I see minimal hair loss, but seborrheic dermati

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Without seeing can't treat.....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ...  Read More

Does ketoconazole 2 percent shampoo cause more damage to eyes if it gets in the eyes while washing the head, or is it normal like other daily use shampoos?

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No problem.. However, avoid contact with eyes..Do direct online consultation for detailed information. ...  Read More

I have pimples on my face and dandruff on my scalp sooo I use konaz CT shampoo on scalp (ketoconazole shampoo) twice in week. If the shampoo touch my face is it any possibility to cause acneee???plzz reply

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The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breako ...  Read More

Hello and have a good day to all Doctors who will read this. My concern is about the over-the-counter shampoo Nizoral. I have been using this one since last week due to my severe dandruff. I bought only three sachets to try it out, I find it somehow effective though after the first wash. My scalp is not that itchy anymore unlike before but still,

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Use the shampoo twice a week for two to three weeks. If you aren't better, see a qualified dermatologist near you. Warm regards. Dr Govind Suresh Mittal, Therapeia skin hair and ENT centre, Bengalu ...  Read More

Greetings! I have balding problem and falky dandruffs. I was suggested nizral 2% shampoo. Can anyone tell how to best use the shampoo? Coz I have heard it shouldn't be used directly and only with some other shampoo.. Please help me as to how many times a week and how to use it??

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Twice weekly...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any ...  Read More

Ketoconazole shampoo and miconazole cream is good for fungal infection or not please suggest because i have fungal infection in my underwear sone last year

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Depends on the severity..Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or ...  Read More

I've just started using Nizoral Shampoo (Ketoconazole) to treat very bad dandruff. I've just found on the internet a lot of discussion about Ketoconazole effecting testosterone levels and sex drive. Is there any truth to this?

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Not at all..You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accur ...  Read More

I had dandruff and heavy hair fall. So one of my friend suggested ketoconazole lotion 2 % for dandruff . I bought the lotion but i don't know how many times should i use it. Regularly or once in a week. I have attached the photo of lotion I bought. Help me.

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Three times a week on alternate days. ...  Read More

I have a mild case of yeast infection that comes and goes for the past 4 months and an on going infection of athletes foot that I've been trying to get rid of for the past 6 months. I read that the anti fungal Ketoconazole can treat both of these fungi. I don't take other medications. But I've had gastrointestinal problems. Can I take this medicati

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Yes you know very well use ketoconazole. It has very less gastric effects and very effective on fungal diseases. ...  Read More

I use ketoconazole shampoo 2% twice a week for tinea cupitis and male pattern baldness. I take great care to left it on scalp only for 5 minutes. But yesterday because of some reasons I could not rinse it off on time and it remained on my scalp for about 7 minutes. It it safe?

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Nothing to worry ...  Read More

Nizarol ketoconazole 2 percent shampoo can prevent or slows male pattern baldness plz let me know...

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No it doesn’t until U’ve dandruff ...  Read More

I have a severe hair loss after using the ketoconazole scalp solution Arcolane .Now I have stopped using it .What to do to regain my hair?

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts refeeding from the front. T ...  Read More

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