SKU	CMS1116
USA Brand Name	Nizoral Cream
Strength	2% 15gm
Generic Name	Ketoconazole IP
Manufacturer	Janssen Pharmaceuticals

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)

What Is The Generic Name Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm?

Ketoconazole IP is the generic version of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm

USA Brands Equivalent To Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

• Nizoral Cream

About Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Nizral Cream 2% w/w contains an active ingredient, Ketoconazole, an antifungal drug which is used in the treatment of Fungal Infection and Dandruff. You can get it from all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

Manufacturer Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):  

Janssen Pharmaceuticals is the top leading Pharmaceutical Company which manufactures Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm.

Strength Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm contains an active ingredient, Ketoconazole 2% w/w in a 15 gm tube. It should be noted that this medicine may be available in various strengths and substitutes which are available at all the drugstores, online pharmacy stores, or medical supply stores.

Dosage Form:

• Cream

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Is Used For The Treatment Of:

It is used in the treatment of:

• Tinea Versicolor
• Dandruff
• Fungal Skin Infection of Vagina, Penis, Groin, and Toes

How Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Works?

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm contains an active ingredient; Ketoconazole which stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Before You Use Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

You should be sure that:

• You are not allergic to it
• You are not taking Alcohol
• It is not affecting the mother and baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• It is not interacting with the medicines you are taking with it

When Not To Use Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

You should avoid using the Cream if you:

• Are Allergic to it
• Are having periods (for Vaginal Infections)
• Are taking some medicines or supplements which raise the chances of Allergy
• Are pregnant/conceiving/Breastfeeding and it is affecting your condition
• If your skin is accidentally injured, has cuts, wounds, and scrapes.

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are allergic to Ketoconazole
• Already had fungal infections earlier
• Are Pregnant or trying to conceive or breastfeeding
• Have Skin Injuries, Bruises, Chopped and Dry Skin, and have Open Wounds
• Are taking any other medicines for any other Disease or Disorder

Dosage:

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) is available in various strengths at every leading online drugstores, pharmacy stores, and medical supply store. It should be used as directed by your doctor. It is available in tablet, solution or gel form also which are taken as directed by doctors.

Take precautions while using in children. You should avoid it during pregnancy/Breastfeeding.

How Much Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole) Should Be Applied?

Take required amount of Cream in your hand and apply the Cream to the affected area once in a day or as suggested by your doctor.

How To Apply Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

Here are the basic and easy steps to use the Cream:

• You should wash your hands and clean the affected area properly prior to the Cream application
• Take Cream in your hand and apply it by rubbing gently over the affected area (avoid applying near eyes, mouth, nose and inner ear).
• Wash or clean your hands carefully after applying unless your hands are the affected area.

For How Long Should You Continue Applying Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

You should use this Cream for as long as directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects usually become noticeable few days after its use.

Overdose Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

Excessive Cream application results in piling of the cream only. It shows its effect with time and applying too much of it will not enhance its therapeutic effects. It may sometime show the adverse effects on the excessive application.

Missed Dose Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole)?

A missed dose should be applied as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular routine if it is almost time for the next dose. There is no logic to apply more quantity at the same time to make up missed dose.

Side Effects Of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

The side effects of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm include:

• Skin Thinning
• Blurred Vision
• Headache
• Increased sensitivity of eyes towards Sunlight
• Burning of skin
• Yellowing of the Skin
• Hair Loss or Thinning of Hair
• Itching/Irritation
• Dryness

Drugs Interact With Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Using other drugs, herbal supplements, over the counter drugs, or any substances may alter the medicinal effects of Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm.  It may cause either an allergic reaction or a serious adverse effect and may nullify the effect of your Cream. Few drugs interact with this are:

• Alprazolam
• Cisapride
• Clopidogrel
• Erythromycin
• Warfarin
• Atorvastatin
• Ethanol
• Skin Cosmetics and Topical Herbal Products may react with the Cream if applied simultaneously.

Contraindication:

Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm should not be used in

• Hypersensitive conditions
• Any inflammation or Injury of the Skin
• Skin Problems caused by any other Infection like viral infection

Warning And Precautions:

• If skin irritation or allergy persists after using this Cream then stop using it and consult your doctor.
• Avoid direct contact with your eyes, mouth, nose or other sensitive areas. If it happens accidentally then wash your eyes, mouth thoroughly with water or contact your doctor.
• Always keep the Cream in proper conditions and out of the reach of children.

Things To Remember:

• Read the insert of the tube thoroughly.
• Always tell your doctor about your medical history and follow the instructions as directed by the doctor.

How To Store Nizral Cream 2% w/w 15 gm (Ketoconazole):

Keep the tube in a dry, dark and clean place. Avoid Freezing.