Ketostar Soap Information
Ketostar Soap is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Ketostar Soap also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Ketostar Soap depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ketostar Soap have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ketostar Soap normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ketostar Soap has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ketostar Soap related warnings talks about Ketostar Soap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ketostar Soap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketostar Soap contraindications section.
Additionally, Ketostar Soap may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ketostar Soap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ketostar Soap Benefits & Uses
Ketostar Soap 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 Soap 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 Soap Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketostar Soap 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 Soap Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ketostar Soap 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 Soap safe during breastfeeding?
Ketostar is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Soap on the Kidneys?
Using Ketostar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ketostar Soap 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 Soap on the Heart?
Ketostar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ketostar Soap with Other Drugs
Ketostar Soap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Ketostar Soap Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketostar Soap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Infections
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Ketostar Soap
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Is this Ketostar Soap habit forming or addictive?
Ketostar Soap 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 Soap. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ketostar Soap only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketostar Soap is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Ketostar Soap Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ketostar Soap
You can take Ketostar Soap with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketostar Soap
Taking Ketostar Soap with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Ketostar Soap
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 almost 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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