Ketoconazole

Description

Nizoral (Ketoconazole) is used to treat skin infections such as jock itch, athlete's foot, and ringworm; and fungal infections of the fingernails, toenails, mouth (thrush), lungs, vagina, and blood.

 

 

Manufacturer: IPCA		Average Delivery Time: 12 Days
Sold Under Brand Name:		Exp. Date: Approx. March 2009

	Quantity	Strength	Price / Pill	Price (USD)	Our Guarantees
	10 Tab(s)	200mg	$0.90	$9.00
	20 Tab(s)	200mg	$0.80	$16.00
	30 Tab(s)	200mg	$0.73	$22.00
	60 Tab(s)	200mg	$0.71	$43.00
	90 Tab(s)	200mg	$0.70	$63.00

Ketoconazole (generic Nizoral) Review

Why is Nizoral prescribed?

Nizoral, a broad-spectrum antifungal drug available in tablet form, may be given to treat several fungal infections within the body, including oral thrush and candidiasis.

It may also be given to treat severe, hard-to-treat fungal skin infections that have not cleared up after treatment with creams or ointments, or the oral drug griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Grisactin).

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Nizoral (Ketoconazole)

If Nizoral (Ketoconazole) is taken with certain other drugs, decreased, the effects of either could be increased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Nizoral with the following:

Alcoholic beverages
Antacids such as Theo-Dur, Di-Gel, and Rimactane)
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Terfenadine (Seldane)
Theophyllines (Slo-Phyllin, Rifamate,

How should you take Nizoral (Ketoconazole)?

Take Nizoral (Ketoconazole) exactly as prescribed.

You may want to take Nizoral (Ketoconazole) Tablets with meals to avoid stomach upset.

--If you miss a dose...

Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. This will help to keep the proper amount of medicine in the body. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses.

Avoid alcohol and do not take with antacids. If antacids are necessary, you should wait 2 to 3 hours before taking them.

You should keep taking the drug until tests show that your fungal infection has subsided. If you stop too soon, the infection might return.

--Storage instructions...

Nizoral (Ketoconazole) should be stored at room temperature.

Why should Nizoral (Ketoconazole) not be prescribed?

Do not take Nizoral (Ketoconazole) if you are sensitive to it or have ever had an allergic reaction to it. Never take Nizoral together with Seldane, Halcion, Hismanal, or Propulsid. Rare, but sometimes fatal reactions have been reported when these drugs are combined.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects from Nizoral (Ketoconazole) cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Nizoral.

• More common side effects may include:
  Nausea, vomiting

Most important fact about Nizoral (Ketoconazole)

In some people, Nizoral (Ketoconazole) may cause serious or even fatal damage to the liver. Before starting to take Nizoral, and at frequent intervals while you are taking it, you should have blood tests to evaluate your liver function. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any signs or symptoms that could mean liver damage: these include unusual fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, jaundice, dark urine, or pale stools.