Description

Nizoral 200mg

Nizoral 200mg contains an anti fungal medicine called ketoconazole. Ketoconazole works by slowing the growth of fungus. However, oral ketoconazole tablets are now generally reserved for some serious fungal infections when other suitable antifungal treatments are unavailable or cannot be tolerated.

What is Nizoral 200 mg?

Nizoral 200mg is an oral tablet that contains 200 mg of ketoconazole. It is a member of the imidazole class of antifungal drugs. It therefore works by preventing the growth of fungi and may be useful in controlling some fungal infections where appropriate as determined by a healthcare professional.

Nizoral 200mg Uses

Your doctor will only use oral ketoconazole for certain fungal infections where other medicines are not suitable. However, routine use of oral ketoconazole is not recommended for minor fungal skin or nail infections, since safer treatment options are often available. The medicine is not recommended for fungal meningitis either.

What is Nizoral 200mg used for?

Nizoral 200mg is an antifungal agent. It works by interfering with the processes fungi need to grow. This can, therefore, aid the reduction or control of susceptible fungal infections. Use only as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.

Important Safety Information

Most importantly, oral ketoconazole can cause serious liver injury. In rare cases, liver injury has led to liver transplantation or death. To reduce this risk, doctors may do tests of liver function before and during treatment.

Ketoconazole can also prolong the QT interval and may cause serious heart rhythm problems when taken with certain medicines. It also interacts with a lot of prescription and OTC meds. Therefore, tell your doctor or chemist about all of the medicines, supplements and herbal products you use.

Potential Side Effects

Some people may have headache, stomach upset, diarrhoea, constipation, heartburn, dry mouth, or change in taste. Serious symptoms, however, require immediate medical attention. These may include yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, extreme fatigue, unusual abdominal pain, fainting, dizziness, or irregular heartbeat.

Who is Nizoral 200mg for?

Oral ketoconazole may or may not be used, as determined by a healthcare professional. People with liver problems or who take medicines that interact strongly with ketoconazole may require different treatment. Also, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding patients should consult their healthcare professional prior to use.

Conclusion

Nizoral 200mg is a strong oral antifungal medicine but needs to be carefully monitored by a physician due to potential serious liver toxicity and drug interactions. For this reason patients should never start, stop or change the dose of any medicine without professional advice. Take the medicine only as directed for the condition and time prescribed.