Follicure Anti Dandruff Shampoo

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Rs.175for 1 bottle(s) (60 ml Shampoo each)
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Composition FOR Follicure

Ketoconazole(2% w/v),Piroctone Olamine(0.5% w/v)

SALT INFORMATION FOR Follicure

Ketoconazole(2% w/v)

Uses

Ketoconazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

How it works

Ketoconazole 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

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
Piroctone Olamine(0.5% w/v)

Uses

Piroctone Olamine is used in the treatment of dandruff and fungal infections.

How it works

Piroctone Olamine is an antifungal medication. It works by penetrating the cell membrane of the fungi to interfere with their energy metabolism and oxygen uptake. This kills the fungi and clears up the infection.

Common side effects

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SUBSTITUTES FOR Follicure

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Expert advice FOR Follicure

  • Your doctor has prescribed Ketoconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Ketoconazole.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience an allergic reaction like skin rash, swelling of face and shortness of breath. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Follicure

Ketoconazole

Q. Can Ketoconazole prevent hair loss?
No, Ketoconazole does not prevent hair loss.

Piroctone Olamine


Content on this page was last updated on 10 February, 2025, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)