Ketoconazole + Coal Tar

Information about Ketoconazole + Coal Tar

Ketoconazole + coal tar uses

Ketoconazole+Coal Tar is used in the treatment of dandruff.

How ketoconazole + coal tar works

This is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Coal Tar which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of dandruff-causing fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Coal Tar is a keratolytic medicine which helps break down the skin clumps on scalp and relieves itching and flaking associated with dandruff.

Common side effects of ketoconazole + coal tar

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Available Medicine for Ketoconazole + Coal Tar

  • ₹525
    Percos India Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹139 to ₹225
    Talent India
    6 variant(s)
  • ₹110 to ₹250
    Ethinext Pharma
    6 variant(s)
  • ₹295
    Maxamus Pharma Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹155
    Nidus Pharma Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹310
    Megaderm Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹200 to ₹250
    Focaz Pharma
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹400
    Salve Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹250
    Kaizen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹270
    Eskon Pharma
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ketoconazole + Coal Tar

  • Ketoconazole + Coal Tar is used for the treatment and prevention of dandruff.
  • Leave the shampoo on for three to five minutes before rinsing.
  • Take care to avoid getting it in your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
  • Stop using Ketoconazole + Coal Tar and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
  • Your usual shampoo can be used as necessary between treatment with this medicine.


Content on this page was last updated on 16 April, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)