Ketonac 2% Cream

Ketonac 2% Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. If you have Athlete’s foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible.

The most common side effects of using this medicine include application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness), dryness, peeling, or blistering of the skin. Occasionally it can cause thinning of your hair. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing, or breathing problems. Get emergency help if this happens. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In the case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, this cream should only be used if it is clearly needed.

Fungal skin infections

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Ketonac 2% Cream is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

If you miss a dose of Ketonac 2% Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Ketonac 2% Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.

Few healthy tips for Athlete’s Foot:Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.

Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.

Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.

Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks. 

Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.

Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after 4 weeks of treatment.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Q. What is Ketonac 2% Cream used for?

Ketonac 2% Cream is used to treat skin infections which may appear on the feet (Athlete’s foot), in the groin area (jock itch), or between skin folds (sweat rash infected with a yeast infection “thrush”). It is also used for candida infections of skin and nails. It rapidly relieves the itching caused due to these fungal infections.

Q. Is Ketonac 2% Cream a steroid cream?

No, Ketonac 2% Cream is not a steroid cream. It is an anti-fungal medicine which belongs to the imidazole class of medicines. It works by killing the fungi or by preventing the growth of fungi that cause infection.

Q. What are the side effects of Ketonac 2% Cream?

The common side effects are application site burning, redness, and itching. The application site may also develop some uncommon side effects such as discomfort, dryness, bleeding, severe allergic reactions, urticaria or hives, rash, skin exfoliation, sticky skin, prickling sensation, or inflammation.

Q. Can I use a steroid cream along with Ketonac 2% Cream?

It is recommended that you use a mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone cream/ointment in the morning and use Ketonac 2% Cream in the evening. You can then stop using the steroid cream gradually over 2-3 weeks. But, if you have used a potent corticosteroid for seborrheic dermatitis, maintain at least a gap of 2 weeks before you apply Ketonac 2% Cream to prevent skin sensitization.

Q. How should Ketonac 2% Cream be applied?

Wash the affected area thoroughly with water and then dry it. Wash your hands carefully (until and unless your hands are also affected) after applying Ketonac 2% Cream. This will prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body or other people.

Q. For how long do I need to use Ketonac 2% Cream?

You should use Ketonac 2% Cream for as long as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is to be used for 2-4 weeks for jock itch and sweat rash and 2-6 weeks for Athlete’s foot. Do not stop using it even if your symptoms have disappeared because the infection may reappear if not properly treated.

Q. What should I do if I forget to use Ketonac 2% Cream?

If you forget to use Ketonac 2% Cream, do not worry and continue using Ketonac 2% Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

In Fungal skin infections

Ketonac 2% Cream is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. These include athlete’s foot, ringworm, vaginal thrush, and sweat rash. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your skin is completely cured, you may have to apply the cream occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Dry skin

Blisters on skin

Skin peeling

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ketonac 2% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ketonac 2% Cream is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:

No interaction found/established

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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