Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha

Last updated 17 Aug 2022 | 06:11 PM (UTC)

Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione Uses

Ketoconazole+Zinc pyrithione is used in the treatment of dandruff.

How Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione works

Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione 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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Medicine brands for Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione

Hegde and Hegde Pharmaceutical LLP

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

₹145 to ₹422

3 variant(s)

Kenozole

Brinton Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹120 to ₹298

4 variant(s)

Ocona-Z

A. Menarini India Pvt Ltd

₹127 to ₹255

2 variant(s)

Danstop-K

Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹262 to ₹262

1 variant(s)

Dandrop

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

₹130 to ₹250

2 variant(s)

V Druf

DWD Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹261 to ₹261

1 variant(s)

Kezolin

Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹112 to ₹199

2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione

Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione 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 Ketoconazole + Zinc pyrithione 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.