DERMAZOLE Ketoconazole 2.0% Shampoo 100mL
Indications/Uses
Dosage/Direction for Use
Treatment: Wash the hair every 3 or 4 days for 2 to 4 weeks.
Prophylaxis: Use once, every 1 to 2 weeks.
Do not use more often than directed.
Method of administration: For topical administration.
Wet hair thoroughly. Apply a small amount of Dermazole Shampoo to the scalp and massage into a lather. Leave the lather on the scalp for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
Overdosage
Contraindications
Special Precautions
In patients who have been on prolonged treatment with topical corticosteroids, it is recommended that the steroid therapy be gradually withdrawn over a period of 2 to 3 weeks, while using Dermazole Shampoo, to prevent any potential rebound effect.
If the scalp has not cleared within 4 weeks, a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines: None likely.
Use In Pregnancy & Lactation
Plasma concentrations of ketoconazole were not detectable after topical administration of Dermazole shampoo to the scalp of non-pregnant humans. Plasma levels were detected after topical administration of Dermazole shampoo on the whole body. There are no known risks associated with the use of Dermazole shampoo in pregnancy or lactation.
Adverse Reactions
Immune System Disorders: Rare: Hypersensitivity.
Nervous System Disorders: Rare: Dysgeusia.
Infections and Infestations: Uncommon: Folliculitis.
Eye Disorders: Uncommon: Increased lacrimation.
Rare: Eye irritation.
Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders: Uncommon: Alopecia, dry skin, hair texture abnormal, rash, skin burning sensation.
Rare: Acne, dermatitis contact, skin disorder, skin exfoliation.
Not Known: Angioedema, urticaria, hair colour changes.
General Disorders and Administration Site Conditions: Uncommon: Application site erythema, application site irritation, application site pruritus, application site reaction.
Rare: Application site hypersensitivity, application site pustules.
Storage
Action
Pharmacology: Pharmacodynamics: Ketoconazole is a synthetic imidazole dioxolane antimycotic active against yeasts, including Malassezia, and dermatophytes. Its broad spectrum of activity is already well known.
Ketoconazole also has a direct anti-inflammatory action independent from its antifungal activity which may contribute to symptom relief in dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis.
Pharmacokinetics: Plasma concentrations of ketoconazole were not detectable after topical administration of Dermazole shampoo on the scalp. Plasma levels were detected after topical administration of Dermazole shampoo on the whole body.
MedsGo Class
Features
- Ketoconazole