ketostar cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
Ketoconazole (2% w/w)
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What is ketostar cream used for?
ketostar cream (Ketoconazole (2% w/w)) is used to treat derma. It contains Ketoconazole (2% w/w), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ketoconazole (2% w/w)
- Manufacturer: Mankind Pharma Ltd
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
🇮🇳 ketostar cream के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
ketostar cream का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से derma और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Ketoconazole (2% w/w) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
मुख्य फायदे (Key Benefits): Ketostar Cream belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus t... Read more below.
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📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ketoconazole (2% w/w) |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | ketostar cream |
| Manufacturer | Mankind Pharma Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How and when to take ketostar cream?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture
💊 ketostar cream Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
- Ketostar Cream belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
- It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin.
- It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s foot, thrush and ringworm.Ketostar 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.
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- 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.
⚠️ What are the side effects of ketostar cream?
- Skin peeling
- Application site reactions (burning
- irritation
- itching and redness)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Increased liver enzymes
- Application site redness
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Application site burning
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about ketostar cream
- Myth: Generic substitutes of ketostar cream are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Ketoconazole (2% w/w)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of ketostar cream can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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