Brand Name(s): Nizoral
CAS nº: 65277-42-1
(kee-toe-koe-na-zole)

About Ketoconazole

This reference site is dedicated exclusively to ketoconazole.

It provides you with the most extensive product information and up-to-date resources regarding this medication, including related news articles, medical studies, an image library and all the necessary information on dosage and side effects.

Whether you are an average consumer or a pharma industry professional, you can now find out everything you need to know about ketoconazole, as well as take part in our open discussion forum by sharing your own knowledge and experiences with people who are using this medication.

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Why is this medication prescribed?

Ketoconazole is in a class of antifungals called imidazoles. It works by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection.

It is used to treat yeast infections of the mouth, throat, and esophagus, as well as fungal infections throughout the whole body and serious fungal infections of the skin and nails.

The over-the-counter shampoo version of ketoconazole can also be used as a body wash for the treatment of tinea versicolor.

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