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Fungicide Lotion

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)
Fungicide Lotion is a combination of two antifungal medicines that effectively treat fungal skin infections and dandruff. It kills the fungi that cause the infection and relieves itching and irritation.
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General Information

Contains

Ketoconazole (2% w/v)+ Zinc pyrithione (1% w/v)

Marketer

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Fungicide Lotion is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.

This medicine is usually safe to use with no common side effects. However, consult with your doctor if you experience application site reactions such as burning, redness, and itching of skin.

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 for dandruff. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Fungicide Lotion

Benefits of Fungicide Lotion

Treatment of Fungal skin infections
Fungicide Lotion is used to treat and control fungal infections like athlete’s foot (infection between toes), Jock itch (infection of the groin area), ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Fungicide Lotion for as long as it is prescribed.
Treatment of Dandruff
Fungicide Lotion is used to control dandruff and gives relief from scaly, flaky, and itchy scalp. It stops the growth of fungus that causes dandruff. Regular use of Fungicide Lotion protects your scalp and prevents dandruff. Gently massage your scalp with Fungicide Lotion to loosen flakes. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Fungicide Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fungicide
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Fungicide Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Fungicide Lotion works

Fungicide Lotion is a combination of two antifungal medicines: Ketoconazole and Zinc pyrithione. It works by destroying the cell membrane of fungi that cause dandruff.

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Quick tips

  • Fungicide Lotion must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well. 
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Stop using Fungicide Lotion and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
  • Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fungicide Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fungicide Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

References

  1. Ketoconazole. High Wycombe, Bucks: Janssen-Cilag Ltd.; 1998 [revised 8 Feb. 2019]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. ScienceDirect. Zinc pyrithione. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Drugs.com. Ketoconazole. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. PubChem. Zinc pyrithione. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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User feedback

Once A Day
49%
Alternate Day
18%
Twice A Week
18%
Thrice A week
8%
Twice A Day
3%
Once A Week
3%
Thrice A Day
1%
Dandruff
68%
Fungal infections
23%
Others
10%
Average
48%
Poor
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Excellent
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No Side Effect
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Skin pigmentation
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With food
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Empty stomach
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Patient concerns

I have been using CONADERM shampoo for my dandruff problem but the shampoo has been out of stock for a long time. Can you prescribe an alternate shampoo?

Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
use fungicide lotion as shampoo during bath

My skin doctor prescribed fungicide tablet for dandruff. Can i take the tablet.? any side effects?

Dr. Atula Gupta
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
For Dandruff- KETRAL 2% Scalp Solution / Keraglo AD Shampoo for application three times in a week for wash Sebowash Shampoo once in a week for wash .Stop oil application over scalp.Don't take fungicide
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Marketer details

Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Fungicide Lotion. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's â„ž and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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