Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
Information about Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
Ketoconazole + piroctone olamine uses
Ketoconazole+Piroctone Olamine is used in the treatment of dandruff.
How ketoconazole + piroctone olamine works
This is a combination of two antifungal medicines: Ketoconazole and Piroctone Olamine which treat dandruff. Ketoconazole kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. Piroctone Olamine 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 of ketoconazole + piroctone olamine
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Available Medicine for Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
Expert advice for Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine
- Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Stop using Ketoconazole + Piroctone Olamine and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.