Ketoconazole Cream (Ketoconazole Cream) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

Pill Identifier Search

February 8, 2012

Ketoconazole Cream

Ringworm »

What does the term ringworm mean?

The term ringworm or ringworms refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin. The name is derived from the early belief that the infection was due to a worm, which it is not. Ringworm is a fungal infection in the skin. Nevertheless, the name ringworm remains. Some of these fungi produce round spots on the skin, but many do not. On the other hand, many round, red spots on the skin are not due to a fungal infection. A physical examination of the affected skin, evaluation of skin scrapings under the microscope, and culture tests can help doctors make the appropriate distinctions. A proper diagnosis is essential to successful treatment.

The medical term for ringworm is tinea. (Tinea is the Latin name for a growing worm.) Doctors add another word to indicate where the fungus is located. Tinea capitis, for instance, refers to scalp ringworm, tinea corporis to fungus of the body, tine...

Read the Ringworm article »

« Previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
next »

Ketoconazole Cream User Reviews >>

Ketoconazole Cream

Adult Skin Problems Slideshow Pictures

Take the Skin Conditions Quiz

33k1012

Gallery of Skin Problems and Image Collection

font size

Ketoconazole
Cream, 2%

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Ketoconazole cream, 2% contains the broad-spectrum synthetic antifungal agent, ketoconazole 2%, formulated in an aqueous cream vehicle consisting of butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), cetyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, polysorbate 60, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan monostearate and stearyl alcohol.

Ketoconazole is cis-1-acetyl-4-[4-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H--imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy]phenyl] piperazine and has the following structural formula:

Ketoconazole Structural Formula Illustration

Molecular Formula: C₂₆H₂₈CI₂N₄O₄

Molecular Weight: 531.43

What are the possible side effects of ketoconazole topical (Extina, Kuric, Nizoral A-D, Nizoral Topical, Xolegel)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using ketoconazole topical and call your doctor if you have any of these serious side effects:

severe itching, burning, or irritation where the medicine is applied;
oily or dry scalp, mild hair loss;
redness, pain, or oozing of treated skin areas; or
eye redness, swelling, or...

Read All Potential Side Effects and See Pictures of Ketoconazole Cream »

What are the precautions when taking ketoconazole cream (Ketoconazole Cream)?

Before using ketoconazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other azole antifungals such as clotrimazole, econazole, or miconazole; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.

This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before...

Read All Potential Precautions of Ketoconazole Cream »

Last reviewed on RxList: 9/11/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.