Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

Information about Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

Ketoconazole + salicylic acid uses

Ketoconazole+Salicylic Acid is used in the treatment of dandruff.

How ketoconazole + salicylic acid works

This is a combination of two medicines: Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid 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. Salicylic Acid 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 + salicylic acid

Acne, Allergic skin rash, Burning sensation, Dry skin, Skin flakes, Bruising, Asymmetry, Wrinkling of skin, Pain, Numbness, Bleeding, Change in color of hair, Anaphylactic reaction, Breathing difficulty, Chest tightness, Swelling of mouth, Skin irritation

Available Medicine for Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

  • ₹152 to ₹348
    Ajanta Pharma Ltd
    3 variant(s)
  • ₹337
    Micro Labs Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹275
    KLM Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹175 to ₹340
    Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    4 variant(s)
  • ₹60 to ₹130
    Mark India
    5 variant(s)
  • ₹300
    Inex Medicaments Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹199
    Cytoz Pharmaceuticals
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹200
    Carise Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹250
    Caryota Life Sciences India Pvt. Ltd.
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹210
    Deca Healthcare
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid

  • Ketoconazole + Salicylic Acid 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 + Salicylic Acid 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.


Content on this page was last updated on 11 November, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)