Nizral Cream 2% w/v 15 gm

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS1116

USA Brand Name

Nizoral Cream

Strength

2% 15gm

Generic Name

Ketoconazole IP

Manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticals

## Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)

## What Is The Generic Name Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm?

Ketoconazole IP is the generic version of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm

## USA Brands Equivalent To Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Nizoral Cream

## About Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Nizral Cream 2% w/w contains an active ingredient, Ketoconazole, an antifungal drug which is used in the treatment of Fungal Infection and Dandruff. You can get it from all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## Manufacturer Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Janssen Pharmaceuticals is the top leading Pharmaceutical Company which manufactures Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm.

## Strength Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm contains an active ingredient, Ketoconazole 2% w/w in a 15 gm tube. It should be noted that this medicine may be available in various strengths and substitutes which are available at all the drugstores, online pharmacy stores, or medical supply stores.

## Dosage Form:

Cream

## Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Is Used For The Treatment Of:

It is used in the treatment of:

Tinea Versicolor

Dandruff

Fungal Skin Infection of Vagina, Penis, Groin, and Toes

## How Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Works?

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm contains an active ingredient; Ketoconazole which stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

## Before You Use Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

You should be sure that:

You are not allergic to it

You are not taking Alcohol

It is not affecting the mother and baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding

It is not interacting with the medicines you are taking with it

## When Not To Use Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

You should avoid using the Cream if you:

Are Allergic to it

Are having periods (for Vaginal Infections)

Are taking some medicines or supplements which raise the chances of Allergy

Are pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding and it is affecting your condition

If your skin is accidentally injured, has cuts, wounds, and scrapes.

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are allergic to Ketoconazole

Already had fungal infections earlier

Are Pregnant or trying to conceive or breastfeeding

Have Skin Injuries, Bruises, Chopped and Dry Skin, and have Open Wounds

Are taking any other medicines for any other Disease or Disorder

## Dosage:

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) is available in various strengths at every leading online drugstores, pharmacy stores, and medical supply store. It should be used as directed by your doctor. It is available in tablet, solution or gel form also which are taken as directed by doctors.

Take precautions while using in children. You should avoid it during pregnancy/Breastfeeding.

## How Much Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Should Be Applied?

Take required amount of Cream in your hand and apply the Cream to the affected area once in a day or as suggested by your doctor.

## How To Apply Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

Here are the basic and easy steps to use the Cream:

You should wash your hands and clean the affected area properly prior to the Cream application

Take Cream in your hand and apply it by rubbing gently over the affected area (avoid applying near eyes, mouth, nose and inner ear).

Wash or clean your hands carefully after applying unless your hands are the affected area.

## For How Long Should You Continue Applying Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

You should use this Cream for as long as directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects usually become noticeable few days after its use.

## Overdose Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

Excessive Cream application results in piling of the cream only. It shows its effect with time and applying too much of it will not enhance its therapeutic effects. It may sometime show the adverse effects on the excessive application.

## Missed Dose Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

A missed dose should be applied as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular routine if it is almost time for the next dose. There is no logic to apply more quantity at the same time to make up missed dose.

## Side Effects Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

The side effects of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm include:

Skin Thinning

Blurred Vision

Headache

Increased sensitivity of eyes towards Sunlight

Burning of skin

Yellowing of the Skin

Hair Loss or Thinning of Hair

Itching/Irritation

Dryness

## Drugs Interact With Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Using other drugs, herbal supplements, over the counter drugs, or any substances may alter the medicinal effects of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm.  It may cause either an allergic reaction or a serious adverse effect and may nullify the effect of your Cream. Few drugs interact with this are:

Alprazolam

Cisapride

Clopidogrel

Erythromycin

Warfarin

Atorvastatin

Ethanol

Skin Cosmetics and Topical Herbal Products may react with the Cream if applied simultaneously.

## Contraindication:

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm should not be used in

Hypersensitive conditions

Any inflammation or Injury of the Skin

Skin Problems caused by any other Infection like viral infection

## Warning And Precautions:

If skin irritation or allergy persists after using this Cream then stop using it and consult your doctor.

Avoid direct contact with your eyes, mouth, nose or other sensitive areas. If it happens accidentally then wash your eyes, mouth thoroughly with water or contact your doctor.

Always keep the Cream in proper conditions and out of the reach of children.

## Things To Remember:

Read the insert of the tube thoroughly.

Always tell your doctor about your medical history and follow the instructions as directed by the doctor.

## How To Store Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Keep the tube in a dry, dark and clean place. Avoid Freezing.