Ketoconazole for Treatment of Fungal Infections

Ketoconazole is an antifungal drug that helps to prevent the growth and development of fungi. Ketoconazole inhibits the synthesis of fungi that causes infections. It is intended for treatment of fungi infections.

The Ketoconazole was discovered in the US in 1976. Before this medication had been approved it passed different clinical tests and laboratory examinations. It was approved by FDA in 1981 and after that came into the market.

The researches regarding Nizoral shampoo have shown high effectiveness of it in hair loss treatment: 2% concentration of Ketoconazole significantly increases the density of hair. The experiments also revealed that Nizoral shampoo also stimulates a hair growth that reverses the hair loss.

Nevertheless some infections are resistant to the action of Nizoral or other types of Ketoconazole medicine. Especially in cases of HIV, this medication doesn’t perform a high effectiveness in treating of yeast infections such as Candida albicans. It is explained by the process of mutation of the fungi during the synthesis. So if the specific fungi infections persist, seek medical attention so that your doctor can choose some other medication for your condition.

The Nizoral shampoo doesn’t cause serious adverse reactions. Among the most typical are: dry skin, oiliness/dryness of the hair. Other types of this medication might cause itchiness and skin rash, and irritation.  Before using this medication it’s recommended to consult with a medical provider to learn about possible side reactions.