Nizoral cream, with the generic name of Ketoconazole, is a topical cream used to treat fungal infections of the skin. Nizoral cream prevents fungal infections from growing on your skin. Common skin infections that it is used to treat include athlete’s foot, ringworm, yeast infections and jock itch.
Using Nizoral cream correctly can help in the effectiveness of the medication. Wash hands before and after applying. Before applying the Nizoral cream, be sure to clean the infected area with soap and water and then dry completely. Massage the Nizoral cream in gently and thoroughly using enough to cover the area with a thin film of cream. Do not cover area with a bandage unless instructed by your health care professional. Nizoral cream (Ketoconazole) may cause temporary itching or stinging when used in an affected area. Wait at least 20 minutes after applying the Nizoral cream or before you use makeup or sunscreen on the treated skin area. Do not wash the infected area for at least 3 hours after applying Nizoral cream. Be sure to keep Nizoral cream out of your eyes, mouth and nose; and wash hands after applying to the infected area unless hands are part of the infected area. Results of Nizoral cream are not immediate and can take up to a week to work, call your care provider if there is no improvement after two weeks. Using the full course of treatment is important to insure desired results because symptoms of the fungal infection typically get better before the infection is completely treated.
Side effects of Nizoral (Ketoconazole) include redness, burning and/or stinging. These side effects are usually temporary and go away when the body is used to the Nizoral cream. If they worsen or do not get better within a week it is important to call the health care professional. Nizoral cream (Ketoconazole) should not be used on children younger than twelve years old. Precaution should also be taken by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medication could be harmful to an unborn baby, therefore discussing options with a health care provider is important before using. Do not use Nizoral cream on an infected area without the recommendation of a health care provider. Be sure to tell your health care provider about all allergies and medical conditions you have before using Nizoral cream.
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