Ketomac Shampoo
Product introduction
Ketomac Shampoo is an anti-fungal medicine used for treatment of dandruff. It kills and inhibits the growth of microorganisms that cause dandruff. It also hydrates the scalp and provides relief from itchiness and flakiness associated with dandruff.
Ketomac Shampoo is for external use only. Use it in the exact dose and duration advised by your doctor. Read the instructions thoroughly before using the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose. Continue using for as long as the doctor has prescribed. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In the case of accidental contact, rinse it off thoroughly with cold water.
Common side effects of this medicine include burning, itching, irritation and redness at the application site. Occasionally it can cause thinning of your hair. These are not usually serious, but if they persist or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before using Ketomac Shampoo, inform your doctor if you have a known history of allergic reaction to ketoconazole or any of the ingredients in this product. Let your doctor also know if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. To make sure it is safe, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Uses of Ketomac Shampoo
Benefits of Ketomac Shampoo
In Treatment of Dandruff
Ketomac Shampoo is used to treat dandruff, hydrate the scalp, soothe the scalp, and provide relief from scaliness, flakiness, and itchiness. Regular use of Ketomac Shampoo can help manage these symptoms and promote a healthier scalp. It also infuses nutrients in skin cells to fight environmental toxins and maintains the strength of skin’s barrier function. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Ketomac Shampoo
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ketomac
- Abnormal hair texture
- Application site tingling
How to use Ketomac Shampoo
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
How Ketomac Shampoo works
Ketomac Shampoo is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
No interaction found/established
Breast feeding
No interaction found/established
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Ketomac Shampoo?
If you miss a dose of Ketomac Shampoo, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Ketomac Shampoo is used for the treatment and prevention of fungal infections of the skin and scalp such as dandruff.
- Leave the shampoo on for three to five minutes before rinsing.
- Take care to avoid getting it in your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Your usual shampoo can be used as necessary between treatment with Ketomac Shampoo.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Ketomac with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Darunavir may raise blood levels of Ketoconazole and its active form.
If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the do
Ketoconazole may raise blood levels of Alfuzosin.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, c
Ketoconazole may raise blood levels of Dapoxetine and its active form.
Do not consume Dapoxetine with Ketoconazole. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tr
Ritonavir may raise blood levels of Ketoconazole.
If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor, they may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the obser
Ketoconazole may raise blood levels of Apixaban.
Do not consume Apixaban with Ketoconazole. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor and adjust the doses of Apixaba
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Ketomac Shampoo
Once A Day
83%
Twice A Day
17%
What are you using Ketomac Shampoo for?
Fungal infect*
67%
Others
21%
Dandruff
12%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
41%
Poor
34%
Excellent
26%
What were the side-effects while using Ketomac Shampoo?
No Side Effec*
74%
Headache
12%
Nausea
2%
Dryness
2%
Diarrhea
1%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Ketomac Shampoo?
With or witho*
65%
Empty stomach
25%
With food
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Ketomac Shampoo on price
Average
40%
Expensive
38%
Not Expensive
22%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: C-83, Industrial Area, Phase 7, Mohali, Punjab (INDIA) – 160055
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ketomac Shampoo. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ketomac Shampoo. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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