Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Information
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion related warnings section.
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Benefits & Uses
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Other Benefits
- Dandruff
- Candidal Infection
- Valley Fever
- Histoplasmosis
- Paracoccidioidomycosis
- Blastomycosis
- Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Jock itch
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
- Belly Button Infection
- Itchy Scalp
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is used -
Moderate
- Erythema
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- पेट दर्द
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Paresthesia
- Skin irritation
- Itching or burning
- Rash
- Diarrhoea
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion safe for pregnant women?
Ketostar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ketostar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion safe during breastfeeding?
Ketostar is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion on the Kidneys?
Using Ketostar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Ketostar on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Severe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion on the Heart?
Ketostar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion with Other Drugs
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Infections
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion
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Is this Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion habit forming or addictive?
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion
You can take Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion
Taking Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Ketostar Anti Dandruff Lotion
Question over 5 years ago
Can Ketostar be used for acne?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
No, ideally Ketostar can't be used for acne (pimples) because it is not a fungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options to treat acne.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I use Ketostar without consulting a doctor?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Ketostar is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a dermatologist. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a dermatologist recommendation.
Question about 6 years ago
How does Ketostar work?
Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician
Ketostar contains ketoconazole which works by blocking the ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus which is necessary for fungal cell membrane growth. Hence in this way, it kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane and treats the fungal infection.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Ketostar?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Ketostar is a brand name of ketoconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal agents. It is used to treat fungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina). Over the counter ketoconazole shampoo control flaking, scaling, and itching of the scalp caused by dandruff.
Question about 5 years ago
Does Ketostar thin the skin ?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
No, Ketostar does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Ketostar.
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