Ketomac Cream
Product Info
Prescription required | No |
Marketer | Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Ketoconazole (2% w/w) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Azole derivatives {Imidazoles} |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
Action Class | Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 588 |
FAQ
Ketomac Cream Reviews
Ketomac should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need – it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the cream for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. You can help the cream work better by keeping the affected areas clean, making sure they are dry and washing your hands before and after treating the infection. If you have athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.
The most common side effects of using this cream include a burning sensation and irritation, dryness, peeling or blistering of the skin. Occasionally it can cause thinning of your hair. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint and nausea. Get emergency help if this happens. Avoid direct contact of the cream or ointment with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
it is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. This cream should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe.
How Ketomac Cream Works
How to Use Ketomac Cream
Benefits of Ketomac Cream
- In Fungal skin infections: Ketomac is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. These include athlete’s foot, ringworm, vaginal thrush, and sweat rash. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your skin is completely cured, you may have to apply the cream occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
Uses of Ketomac Cream
- Fungal skin infections
Ketomac Cream Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after 4 weeks of treatment.
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Ketomac helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
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