Nizoral shampoo
Drug name: Nizoral shampoo
Active Ingredients:
Ketoconazole
Therapeutic actions: Nizoral has an active ingredient ketoconazole. Nizoral is a type of drug called an antifungal. It works by interfering with yeasts and fungi cell membranes. Nizoral stops the fungi from producing a substance called ergosterol. Ergosterol is an essential component of fungal cell membranes. The decreased production of ergosterol causes holes to appear in cell membrane of fungi and this kills them .
Nizoral anti-dandruff shampoo helps to block the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It is considered that dihydrotestosterone has a role in the hair follicle dying and falling out
Nizoral also works by removing sebum deposits. Sebum deposits can not be removed with normal scalp cleansing techniques.
Indications:
Nizoral shampoo is used to treat:
- Dandruff.
- Extensive falling of hair.
- Skin inflommation with red, greasy and scaly areas , such condition as seborrhoeic dermatitis.
- Fungal skin condition called pityriasis versicolor.
Contraindications and cautions:
You should not use Nizoral shampoo if you have an allergy to ketoconazole
Warning!
- Nizoral shampoo is for external use only.
- You should avoid getting the Nizoral shampoo in the eyes. If shampoo enters the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Nizoral shampoo will experience it or any other.
- Eczema.
- Itching (pruritus).
- allergic skin inflommation (contact dermatitis).
- Dry hair.
- Burning sensation.
- Oily hair.
- Hair loss.
- Itching (pruritus).
- Allergic skin inflommation (contact dermatitis).
- Discolouration of hair .
- Eczema.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with Nizoral, please read the information provided with Nizoral shampoo or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions:
Nizoral shampoo is not absorbed into the bloodstream and can not interact with other medicines.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE this medicine with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
