Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm

Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm is used to treat fungal infections of the skin like ringworm, jock itch, athlete’s foot, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on the face, scalp, chest, upper back or ears) and pityriasis (a type of skin rash that causes scaly, discoloured patches on chest, back, legs and arms). Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection.

Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm contains Ketoconazole, which works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills fungi and yeast.

Common side effects include dry skin, itching, redness or a burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm 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, inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm may catch fire and burn easily. If you are using any steroidal cream, lotion or ointment, inform your doctor before using Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm to adjust the dose.

Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm is used to treat fungal skin infections. The detailed uses of Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm are as follows:

• Treatment of Fungal Infections: Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm treats various fungal skin infections, including ringworm, athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and body ringworm (tinea corporis).
• Relief from Inflammation: Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm reduces inflammation, itching, redness, and swelling, providing comfort for skin disorders and making treatment more bearable.
• Management of Skin Conditions: Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm is used to treat skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis when caused by fungus.
• Post-Antibiotic Skin Care: After taking antibiotics, patients may be prone to fungal overgrowth. Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm helps prevent or treat fungal skin infections that can occur when antibiotics disrupt the skin's natural balance.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Take a small amount of cream/gel/lotion on the finger and gently rub on the clean and dry affected area and surrounding skin.
• Wash your hands after applying it, unless your hands are the affected area.
• It is only for external use. Avoid contact of Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm with the nose, mouth, or eyes. In case it comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

• Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin.
• The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents.
• Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm destroys the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Thereby, clears fungal infections and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm of any of the components present in it.
• Avoid contact of Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. If Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm comes into contact with these areas accidentally, rinse thoroughly with water.
• If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm.
• Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm may catch fire and burn quickly.
• If you have asthma or sulfite allergy, inform your doctor.
• Ketoscalp Antifungal Dusting Powder 50 gm could make your skin sensitive to the sunlight and cause sunburn more quickly, so try to avoid direct exposure to the sunlight. Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) whenever you go outdoors.