Ketoconazole topical

Generic name: ketoconazole topical [ kee-toe-KOE-na-zole ]
Brand names: Extina, Ketodan, Kuric, Nizoral A-D, Nizoral Topical, Xolegel
Dosage forms: topical cream (2%); topical foam (2%); topical gel (2%); topical kit (2% with cleanser); topical shampoo (1%; 2%)
Drug class:Topical antifungals

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 7, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is ketoconazole topical?

Ketoconazole topical (for the skin) is an antifungal medicine used to treat infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and seborrhea (dry, flaking skin or dandruff).

Ketoconazole topical is also used to treat a fungal infection called pityriasis, which causes scaly discolored patches on the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

Ketoconazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use ketoconazole topical if you are allergic to ketoconazole.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

• asthma or a sulfite allergy;

• an allergic reaction to an antifungal medicine, such as clotrimazole, econazole