Nizoral Shampoo for Scalp Health

Nizoral is an antifungal medication that is commonly used to treat fungal infections of the scalp, such as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It is available in shampoo form for topical application.
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Drug
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Available over the counter at pharmacies
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Nizoral FAQ


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Is there a generic version of Nizoral?

The Nizoral brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available. What is Nizoral? Nizoral is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Nizoral is not for use in treating fungal infections of the fingernails or toenails.

What is Nizoral (ketoconazole)?

What Is Nizoral? Nizoral (ketoconazole) is an antifungal agent indicated for the treatment of the following systemic fungal infections: candidiasis, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, oral thrush, candiduria, blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, chromomycosis, and paracoccidioidomycosis.

What is Nizoral cream used for?

Nizoral cream contains a medicine called ketoconazole. This belongs to a group of medicines called ‘antifungals’. Nizoral cream is used for fungal and yeast infections of the skin in adults. Infections may appear on the: Nizoral cream works by killing the fungus that causes the infection. Do not use Nizoral cream:

What is Nizoral ®?

NIZORAL® is a synthetic broad-spectrum antifungal agent available in scored white tablets, each containing 200 mg ketoconazole base for oral administration. Inactive ingredients are colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and povidone.

What is Nizoral 2% cream?

The name of your medicine is Nizoral 2% Cream. It is called ‘Nizoral Cream or just ‘cream’ in this leaflet. Nizoral Cream contains a medicine called ketoconazole. This belongs to a group of medicines called ‘antifungals’. Nizoral Cream is used for fungal and yeast infections of the skin in adults. Infections may appear on the:

How do I get a Nizoral leaflet?

Call 020 8236 3190 to obtain a leaflet in a format suitable for you. Nizoral is a registered trademark. throughout this leaflet. 3. How to use Ketoconazole Cream 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Ketoconazole Cream 6. Contents of the pack and other information Ketoconazole Cream contains a medicine called ketoconazole.

Can Nizoral be used to treat fungus?

Nizoral is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Nizoral is not for use in treating fungal infections of the fingernails or toenails. This medicine is also not for use in treating prostate cancer or Cushing syndrome. Nizoral should be used only when you cannot use other antifungal medications.

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