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Kentruff Stay On Lotion 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 Kentruff Stay On Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Kentruff 2% w/v Lotion
Ketoconazole(2% w/v)
Kentruff lotion uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.
How kentruff lotion works
Kentruff Stay On Lotion 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 kentruff lotion
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
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Expert advice FOR Kentruff Lotion
- 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 Kentruff 2% w/v Lotion
Ketoconazole
Q. What is Kentruff Stay On Lotion used for?
Kentruff Stay On Lotion 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 Kentruff Stay On Lotion a steroid cream?
No, Kentruff Stay On Lotion 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 Kentruff Stay On Lotion?
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.