apollo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
  1. Home
  2. Medicine

  3. Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
Offers on medicine orders
All offers
axis icici
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is an antifungal medicine used in the treatment of fungal infections such as blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, paracoccidioidomycosis, and histoplasmosis (lung infection caused by Histoplasma fungus). This medicine works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of fungal cells that are responsible for the growth of infection-causing fungi.
Read more
rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Also Explore

Momverse
Ask Apollo
insurance

Composition :

KETOCONAZOLE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

ALSUN PHARMACEUTICALS

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals indicated to treat various systemic fungal infections such as blastomycosis (infection caused by Blastomyces fungus), chromomycosis (chronic infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue), Coccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Coccidioides fungus), paracoccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Paracoccidioides fungus) and histoplasmosis (lung infection caused by Histoplasma fungus). It is used only when other effective antifungal therapies are not available or tolerated and if potential benefits outweigh potential risks.

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's contains Ketoconazole which works by destroying fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Take Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption whilst on treatment with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's. Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. For children above 2 years, it is recommended to use only if the doctor has determined that the benefits outweigh the risks.

Uses of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's

Treatment of Systemic fungal infections

Directions for Use

• Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food. • Your doctor will decide the dose and duration depending on your condition.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, chew, or break Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as it may affect the way the medication is absorbed.

Medicinal Benefits

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is an antifungal used to treat severe fungal infections. It is used only when other effective antifungal therapies are not available or tolerated and if potential benefits outweigh potential risks. It destroys fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

How Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's Works

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's contains Ketoconazole which works by destroying fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's out of the sight and reach of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's

Never take more than the prescribed dose. When Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is used at high doses, it may, though unlikely, result in decreased testosterone levels, sperm production, and an issue with the adrenal glands (adrenal insufficiency). Seek emergency medical help if an overdose is suspected.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's. If you have a loss of appetite, tiredness, stomach pain, vomiting, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, or light-coloured stools, inform your doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of hepatotoxicity (liver damage). 

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
KetoconazoleConivaptan
Critical
KetoconazoleMidazolam
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

KetoconazoleConivaptan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
Using conivaptan together with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of conivaptan, which may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Conivaptan is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience difficulty swallowing, trouble speaking, muscle weakness, trouble controlling body movements, confusion, mood changes, seizures(fits), consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
KetoconazoleMidazolam
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet and Midazolam may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet and Midazolam together is not recommended as it may result in an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have excessive or prolonged sleepiness and breathing issues. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
KetoconazoleTolvaptan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
When Tolvaptan is taken with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet, may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tolvaptan with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any of these signs -difficulty swallowing, trouble speaking, muscle weakness, trouble controlling body movements, confusion, mood changes, seizures, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
KetoconazoleColchicine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
Using colchicine together with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of colchicine, increasing the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Colchicine is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, and/or numbness or tingling in your hands and feet. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor
KetoconazoleCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
When Cisapride is taken with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cisapride with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
KetoconazoleDofetilide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
When Dofetilide is taken with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Dofetilide is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
KetoconazoleHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
Using Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Halofantrine can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Halofantrine is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
KetoconazoleZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficult. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
KetoconazoleNimodipine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
When Nimodipine is taken with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet, it can increase the blood levels of Nimodipine which may lead to serious side effects .

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Nimodipine is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience -irregular heart rhythm, swelling, and low blood pressure, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
KetoconazoleEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet:
When Eliglustat is taken with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet with Eliglustat is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or slow heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
KETOCONAZOLE-200MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

KETOCONAZOLE-200MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Consumption of grapefruit or its juice with Ketomax 200 mg Tablet may result in side effects such as joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, dark urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Avoid consuming grapefruit, grapefruit juice, or any supplements that include grapefruit extract while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid high-risk areas such as renovated buildings, construction sites, pigeon or chick coops, and caves.
  • Wear a respiratory mask when there is a risk of exposure to spores.
  • People with a weak immune system are advised to avoid activities that involve close contact with dust or dirt including digging, yard work, and gardening.
  • Close windows and stay inside during dust storms.
  • Clean skin injuries well with soap and water to reduce the risk of developing a skin infection.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS - ORAL

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

Product Substitutes

bannner image

Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause adverse effects.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid breastfeeding while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Therefore, drive only if you alert after taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's.

bannner image

Liver

Unsafe

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is contraindicated in patients with chronic or acute liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any Liver diseases/conditions.

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's in patients with kiver diseases/conditions, consult a doctor.

bannner image

Children

Caution

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. For children above 2 years, it is recommended to use only if the doctor has determined that benefits outweigh risks.

Have a query?

FAQs

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals indicated to treat various systemic fungal infections such as blastomycosis (infection caused by Blastomyces fungus), chromomycosis (chronic infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue), Coccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Coccidioides fungus), paracoccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Paracoccidioides fungus) and histoplasmosis (lung infection caused by Histoplasma fungus).

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's works by destroying fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended to treat fungal meningitis (fungal infection spreads to the brain and spinal cord) as it poorly penetrates into the cerebrospinal fluid. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have fungal meningitis so that appropriate medication may be prescribed.

You are recommended to avoid foods containing chocolate and caffeine such as cocoa beans, tea, coffee, cola and energy drinks while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine such as drowsiness, nervousness or nausea.

You are not recommended to take Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's with simvastatin (lipid-lowering drug) as co-administration of these medicines may cause muscle problems. Therefore, please consult a doctor before taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's with other medicines.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ketomax 200 mg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - KET0498

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.

Author Details

Veda MaddalaDoctor badge

Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 9:24 AM IST

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/018533s040lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ketoconazole.html
whatsapp Floating Button
Buy Now
Add to Cart