Elketo 1% Soap
Rs.90for 1 box(s) (75 gm Soap each)
food interaction for Elketo Soap
alcohol interaction for Elketo Soap
pregnancy interaction for Elketo Soap
lactation interaction for Elketo Soap
medicine interaction for Elketo Soap
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Elketo 1% Soap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Elketo 1% Soap during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Elketo 1% w/w Soap
Ketoconazole(1% w/w)
Elketo soap uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.
How elketo soap works
Elketo 1% Soap is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects of elketo soap
Skin peeling, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Weakness, Abdominal pain, Hair loss, Increased liver enzymes, Fever, Application site redness, Itching, Diarrhea, Abnormal liver function tests, Adrenal insufficiency, Application site burning, Red spots or bumps, Hypersensitivity, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Application site pustules, Acne
SUBSTITUTES FOR Elketo Soap
65 Substitutes
65 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Elketo Soap
- Ketoconazole helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- 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.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after 4 weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Elketo 1% w/w Soap
Ketoconazole
Q. What is Elketo 1% Soap used for?
Elketo 1% Soap is used to treat skin infections which may appear on the feet (Athlete’s foot), in the groin area (jock itch), or between skin folds (sweat rash infected with a yeast infection “thrush”). It is also used for candida infections of skin and nails. It rapidly relieves the itching caused due to these fungal infections.
Q. Is Elketo 1% Soap a steroid cream?
No, Elketo 1% Soap is not a steroid cream. It is an anti-fungal medicine which belongs to the imidazole class of medicines. It works by killing the fungi or by preventing the growth of fungi that cause infection.
Q. What are the side effects of Elketo 1% Soap?
The common side effects are application site burning, redness, and itching. The application site may also develop some uncommon side effects such as discomfort, dryness, bleeding, severe allergic reactions, urticaria or hives, rash, skin exfoliation, sticky skin, prickling sensation, or inflammation.