Indications:
Ketoconazole 2% Shampoo is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of infections associated with the yeast Malassezia (formerly known as Pityrosporum), such as tinea versicolor (focal), seborrheic and inflammatory dermatitis capillaries (dandruff).

Dosage & Administration:
The affected areas of the skin or the scalp should be washed with ketoconazole 2% shampoo, which should be left on the skin/scalp for 3 to 5 minutes before rinsing.

Treatment:

• Pityriasis versicolor: Once daily for 5 days.
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis and pityriasis capitis: Twice weekly for 2 to 4 weeks.
  Prophylaxis:
• Pityriasis versicolor: Once daily for 3 days during a single treatment course before the summer.
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis and pityriasis capitis: Once every 1 or 2 weeks

Interaction:
No information was found for the Shampoo form of Ketoconazole.

Contraindications:
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ketoconazole.

Pregnancy and Lactation:
Since ketoconazole is not absorbed through the skin after application, pregnancy and lactation are not contraindications to the use of 2% ketoconazole shampoo.

Precautions and Warnings:
In patients already on prolonged treatment with topical corticosteroids, corticosteroid therapy should be gradually discontinued over a 2 to 3 week period, with concomitant use of 2% ketoconazole shampoo, to avoid any adverse effects. can happen. Increased hair loss is commonly associated with seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff, and has rarely been reported with the use of 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Avoid contact with eyes. If shampoo gets into eyes, they should be rinsed with water.

Side effects:
Topical treatment with 2% ketoconazole shampoo is generally well tolerated. As with other shampoos, local burning, itching, or contact dermatitis (due to irritation or allergy) may occur on exposed areas of skin. Dry and oily hair has rarely been reported with the use of 2% ketoconazole shampoo.

Storage Conditions:
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light.