Introduction About KETOKEM POWDER

KETOKEM POWDER contains Ketoconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used to topically manage fungal infections like tinea corporis (a skin infection of the trunk and extremities) and tinea cruris (infection of the proximal thighs and buttocks, also known as “jock itch”).

It can also be used to manage tinea pedis (also known as “athlete’s foot” and occurs in hot weather, with exposure to surface reservoirs and use of occlusive footwear) and cutaneous candidiasis (yeast infection of the skin).

Before applying KETOKEM POWDER inform your doctor if you have any skin problems or allergies. There is no adequate data available for use of KETOKEM POWDER in pregnancy. It should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

The safety and effectiveness of KETOKEM POWDER in children have not been established. Contact your doctor if you experience any side effects or if any of the symptoms get worse.

Uses Of KETOKEM POWDER

Used for the topical management of:

• tinea corporis
• tinea cruris
• tinea pedis
• cutaneous candidiasis

How KETOKEM POWDER Works

KETOKEM POWDER reduces infection by disrupting the production of ergosterol (an important component of fungal cell membranes), thus disrupting the cell membrane of infecting fungus.

How to use KETOKEM POWDER

Apply KETOKEM POWDER as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply KETOKEM POWDER once daily to cover the affected and immediate surrounding area.

Use it only for the quantity and duration (preferably 2 weeks) specified by your doctor. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you according to your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of KETOKEM POWDER

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

There is no data available for use of KETOKEM POWDER in pregnancy. It should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the baby. Consult your doctor before applying it.

Breastfeeding

KETOKEM POWDER should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. If used during breastfeeding and the medicine is applied on the chest, take caution to avoid accidental ingestion of the medicine by your baby. Consult your doctor before applying it.

Allergy

Do not use KETOKEM POWDER if you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before applying KETOKEM POWDER, inform your doctor if you are using, have used, or might use any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of KETOKEM POWDER, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep KETOKEM POWDER out of reach of children
• Store between 15-25°C

FAQs About KETOKEM POWDER

What should I tell my doctor before using KETOKEM POWDER?

Before using KETOKEM POWDER, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, medications, allergies, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Call your doctor if you experience anything unusual.

Can KETOKEM POWDER be used during breastfeeding?

KETOKEM POWDER should be used cautiously in breastfeeding women. If used during breastfeeding and the medicine is applied on the chest, take caution to avoid accidental ingestion of the medicine by your baby. Consult your doctor before using it.

Can KETOKEM POWDER be used on infants?

The safety and effectiveness of KETOKEM POWDER in children have not been established. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. The doctor will choose an appropriate dose or select a suitable alternative management for your child.

Can I take other medicines with KETOKEM POWDER?

Before using KETOKEM POWDER, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, over the counter or any herbal medicine, as these might cause serious side effects by interacting with each other.

What if I forget to apply a dose of KETOKEM POWDER?

If you forget to apply a dose of KETOKEM POWDER, do it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it's almost time for the next one. Do not use the medicine two times to make up for the missed dose.

References

1. KD. Tripathi. Antifungal Drugs. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 791, 792.

2. Hadeer Sinawe, Damian Casadesus. Ketoconazole. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Centre for Biotechnology Information. StatPearls [Internet]. June 2022. [Accessed on 19th May 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559221/

3. Choi FD, Juhasz MLW, Atanaskova Mesinkovska N. Topical ketoconazole: a systematic review of current dermatological applications and future developments. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Centre for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed.gov. December 2019. [Accessed on 19th May 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30668185/

4. Micro Labs Ltd. Phytoral powder (ketoconazole 2% powder). [Accessed on 19th May 2022] https://www.microlabsltd.com/elibrary/node/1611

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Microscopic examination of the skin