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I have had infection in my scalp for longer than a month. I am Now prescribed antifungal shampoo ketanzole and terbinafine tablet for 28 days. I want to know should i shower everyday for 28 days with the shampoo as well
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Use shampoo only thrice weekly. Daily use might damage ur hairs. There are many antifungals in market. If terbinafine doesn’t work u may try other.
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