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What is Ketoral
Treating fungal infections. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Ketoral is an azole antifungal. It kills sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell membrane.
Important safety information:
- Ketoral may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Ketoral with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Rarely, Ketoral may cause a severe allergic reaction right after you take the first dose. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips; or rash or hives. If this happens, seek medical care at once.
- Use of alcohol with Ketoral has rarely caused symptoms such as flushing, rash, swelling of the hands and feet, nausea, and headache. Do not drink alcohol while taking Ketoral.
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose, stop taking Ketoral, or use Ketoral for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Ketoral before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Ketoral only works against fungi; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold) or bacterial infections.
- Be sure to use Ketoral for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not Ketoral up your infection completely. The infection could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
- Ketoral may lower blood testosterone levels. This may lead to decreased sexual ability, enlarged breasts, or low sperm counts. Testosterone levels return to normal after Ketoral is stopped. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
- Diabetes patients - Ketoral may increase the risk of low blood sugar from your diabetes medicine. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
- Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Ketoral. To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).
- LAB TESTS, including liver function tests, may be performed while you use Ketoral. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Ketoral should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Ketoral while you are pregnant. Ketoral is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while using Ketoral.
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Ketoral side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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References
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- "Ketoconazole". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Ketoconazole". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0102... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Ketoral - Frequently asked Questions
Can Ketoral be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Ketoral?
Use Ketoral as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Ketoral comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Ketoral refilled.
- Take Ketoral by mouth with or without food.
- Talk with your doctor if you are also taking antacids, an H2 blocker, or a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) (eg, omeprazole). You may need to take this drug with an acidic drink (eg, nondiet cola).
- Do not take aluminum hydroxide within 1 hour before or 2 hours after you take Ketoral.
- To Ketoral up your infection completely, take Ketoral for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
- Ketoral works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
- If you miss a dose of Ketoral, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ketoral.
Who should not take Ketoral?
Some medical conditions may interact with Ketoral. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you are allergic to other azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole)
- if you have low stomach acid (eg, hypochlorhydria)
- if you have a history of liver disease, regular alcohol use, alcohol abuse or dependence, adrenal gland problems, or blood problems (eg, porphyria)
- if you have a history of irregular heartbeat (eg, QT prolongation) or if a member of your family has a certain type of irregular heartbeat called congenital long QT syndrome
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ketoral. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Many prescription and nonprescription medicines (eg, used for infections, HIV, seizures, anxiety, sleep, heartburn, diabetes, high cholesterol, heart problems, high blood pressure, allergies, irregular heartbeat, pain, blood thinning, asthma, migraines, mood or mental problems, cancer, prostate problems, immune system suppression, erectile dysfunction, urinary problems, or contraception [birth control]), multivitamin products, or herbal or dietary supplements because they may interact with Ketoral. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines might interact with Ketoral
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ketoral may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Ketoral be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Ketoral be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Ketoral, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Ketoral. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yetThree patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Ketoral is Worth It?Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Ketoral medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Not expensive | 2 | 66.7% | |
| Expensive | 1 | 33.3% | |
Two patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Ketoral?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Ketoral should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 2 | 100.0% | |
Four patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Ketoral May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-10mg | 1 | 25.0% | |
| 201-500mg | 1 | 25.0% | |
| 101-200mg | 1 | 25.0% | |
| 11-50mg | 1 | 25.0% | |
Patient reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yetPatient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported age
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-29 | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology