Generic name: ketoconazole (topical route) [ kee-toe-KON-a-zole ]
Drug class:Topical antifungals
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 14, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Extina
- Ketodan Kit
- Kuric
- Nizoral
- Nizoral A-D
- Xolegel
In Canada
- Ketoderm
Available Dosage Forms:
- Shampoo
- Cream
- Foam
- Gel/Jelly
Therapeutic Class: Antifungal
Chemical Class: Imidazole
Uses for Ketoderm
Ketoconazole is used to treat infections caused by a fungus or yeast. It works by killing the fungus or yeast or preventing its growth.
Ketoconazole cream is used to treat:
- Athlete's foot (tinea pedis; ringworm of the foot);
- Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis);
- Ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch);
- Seborrheic dermatitis;
- "Sun fungus" (tinea versicolor; pityriasis versicolor); and
- Yeast infection of the skin (cutaneous candidiasis).
Ketoconazole foam or gel is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis (scaly areas on your skin or scalp).
Ketoconazole 1% shampoo is used to treat dandruff.
Ketoconazole 2% shampoo is used to treat "sun fungus" (tinea versicolor; pityriasis versicolor).
This medicine may also be used for other fungus infections of the skin as determined by your doctor.
Most forms of this medicine are available only with your doctor's prescription. Some forms are available without a prescription. However, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use for your medical condition.
Before using Ketoderm
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergie...
