Ketsal Lotion is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dandruff which also provides a shiny appearance to the hair. It works by killing microorganisms that cause the infection.

Ketsal Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually safe to use with no common side effects. However, consult with your doctor if you experience application site reactions such as burning, redness, and itching of skin.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine for dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Ketsal Lotion

Treatment of Dandruff

Benefits of Ketsal Lotion

In Treatment of Dandruff

Ketsal Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It is an antifungal and works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Use Ketsal Lotion as prescribed by your doctor. 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 Ketsal Lotion

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 Ketsal

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Ketsal Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Ketsal Lotion works

Ketsal Lotion 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ketsal Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ketsal Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Ketsal Lotion?

If you miss a dose of Ketsal Lotion, apply 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Ketsal Lotion 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 Ketsal Lotion 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.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

My scalp is very dry I do not apply hair oil because it makes my face oily What should i do to get rid of dry scalp?

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Dry could be dandruffScales are there due to dandruff

Dandruff and skin allergy due to dandruff, rashes on skin due to dandruff

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Due SCALPE LOTION - thrice weekly on alternate day for 4wks. . Kip it for 5mins in wet scalp and wash offPost pictures of the allegyPlz post a picture wch will help me to diagnose and treat use proper light else plz visit a dermatologist for a face to face consultation and examination

User feedback

Patients taking Ketsal Lotion

Once A Day

50%

Twice A Week

38%

Thrice A week

12%

What are you using Ketsal Lotion for?

Dandruff

88%

Others

Dermatitis

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

46%

Average

42%

Poor

13%

What were the side-effects while using Ketsal Lotion?

Application s*

50%

No Side Effec*

50%

*Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), No Side Effect

How do you take Ketsal Lotion?

With or witho*

75%

With food

25%

*With or without food

Please rate Ketsal Lotion on price

Expensive

87%

Average

13%

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