Q1. What is this medicine?

A1. Ketoscalp 2% is a medicated antifungal soap with ketoconazole. You use it on your skin to treat infections caused by fungi, which are germs that can grow on your skin, hair, or nails.

Q2. What does this medicine contain?

A2. Ketoscalp 2% has 2% ketoconazole as its main ingredient. Ketoconazole is an antifungal that stops fungi from growing.

Q3. How does this medicine work?

A3. Ketoscalp 2% works by stopping fungi from making their outer covering, which kills them or keeps them from growing.

Q1. What is this medicine used for?

A1. Ketoscalp 2% treats fungal infections such as dandruff (flaky scalp), seborrheic dermatitis (red, itchy skin), and ringworm (a circular rash).

Q2. What benefits can this medicine provide?

A2. It helps control fungal growth on your skin, which reduces itching, redness, scaling, and flaking.

Q3. How should I use it correctly?

A3. Wet the area you want to treat, apply Ketoscalp 2%, leave it on for a few minutes, then rinse it off well. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

A3. Stop using the soap and talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not get better or get worse.

Use Ketoscalp 2% only on your skin. Keep it away from your eyes, mouth, and any broken skin. Some people may get irritated by ketoconazole. Do not use this soap if you are allergic to antifungal medicines. Tell your doctor if you have long-term skin problems. For best results, use it as your doctor tells you.

Safety advice

Allergy: Unsafe. Do not use if you are allergic to ketoconazole or similar antifungals.

Pregnancy: Probably safe. Limited skin absorption, but consult a doctor before use.

Breast feeding: Probably safe. Avoid applying on breast area before feeding.

Children: Use with caution. Use only if prescribed by a doctor.

Eye contact: Unsafe. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse immediately if exposed.