Ketoconazole is an excellent antifungal drug. The action of this drug is based on the intentional violation of the biosynthesis of ergosterol, phospholipids and triglycerides, because these substances are necessary for the formation of cells of the membrane of fungi. "Ketoconazole" is especially effective when taken orally, because in this case it is perfectly absorbed and absorbed in the body.
"Ketoconazole" tablets, instructions are attached.
The drug is available mainly in the form of tablets. Each tablet has a mass of 0.2 grams. There are packages on sale that contain 20, 30 and 60 tablets.
In pharmacies, you can also find Ketoconazole in the form of a cream. In 1 gram of such a cream contains only 0.02 grams of ketoconazole.
Shampoo is also available. Similarly to a cream, it has in 1 gram - 0.02 grams of ketoconazole.
"Ketoconazole" : instructions for use.
This drug should be taken in cases of fungal infections:
• eye;
• gastrointestinal mycoses;
• genitals;
• dermatomycosis;
• vaginal candidiasis;
• thrush;
• onychomycosis;
• folliculitis;
• trichophytosis;
• leishmaniasis;
• prostate cancer;
• hirsutism;
• pityriasis versicolor.
But in addition to simple fungal infections that affect only a specific area on the body, there are systemic infections that attack many areas in the body.
"Ketoconazole" is indicated for use in systemic fungal infections such as candidiasis, coccidioidosis, histoplasmosis, sporotrichosis, fungal sepsis, blastomycosis, paracoccidioidosis, cryptococcosis, chromomycosis, paronychia, fungal pneumonia.
"Ketoconazole" : instructions for side effects.
When using this drug, the following side effects are possible:
• vomiting;
• nausea;
• diarrhea;
• skin itch;
• headache;
There are other side effects that are extremely rare, but still have a place to be. Rare side effects include:
• dizziness;
• joint pain;
• drowsiness;
• gynecomastia;
• decreased sex drive;
• alopecia;
• impaired liver function.
"Ketoconazole": instructions for contraindications.
This tool can not be used by everyone, since it has its contraindications. For instance:
• pregnancy;
• lactation;
• individual adverse reaction to the drug;
• an allergic reaction to any component that is part of the drug;
• in case of impaired liver or kidney function;
• while taking antacid drugs (Antacid drugs are drugs that lower the level of acidity in the stomach);
• anticholinergics;
• cimetidine;
• other drugs that impair the absorption and absorption of various substances in the body;
Do not prescribe or take these drugs on your own, but consult your doctor to prescribe an alternative drug for you.
Storage conditions for the drug.
Ketoconazole is recommended to be stored in a place protected from light.
"Ketoconazole" : instructions for additional features of the drug.
During the treatment with this drug, the patient must constantly monitor the state of the peripheral blood system, as well as the state of the liver and kidneys.
If the patient has undergone treatment of skin lesions with glucocorticosteroids, then the drug "Ketoconazole" can be taken only at least two weeks after the reception of glucocorticosteroids is completed.
Reception of various acid drinks promotes absorption of "Ketoconazole". This effect is achieved due to the fact that the level of acidity in the stomach increases.
The medicine "Ketoconazole" is available under various brand names (brands). For instance:
• "Vetozoral";
• "Mycozoral";
• "Nizoral";
• "Oronazole";
• "Funginok";
• Livarol;
• "Mikoket";
• "Nizoreks";
• "Sebozol";
• “Fungistab”.
If you see a medicine in a pharmacy that has any of the above names, then you can safely buy it, because it is one and the same.
Before you start taking the drug, it will be advisable to go to the doctor and consult, since the drug has various side effects and contraindications, as well as individual intolerance.
The above information is provided for informational purposes only. More accurate and detailed information about this drug should be told to you by your doctor. Of course, he will tell you about him only if you need this drug during the treatment process.