Ketafung Powder

Composition of Ketafung Powder

Ketafung Powder contains Ketoconazole (2%w/w). It belongs to the Antifungal class of medicines.

Uses of Ketafung Powder

Ketafung Cream is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

Key benefits

• Acts directly on the infected skin
• Little absorption into the body

How Ketafung Powder works

Ketafung Cream is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection.

How to take Ketafung Powder

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from skin use; swallowing the preparation may cause stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ketafung Powder

Most side effects of Ketafung are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Application site burning sensation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ketafung Powder

Warnings and precautions

Keep applying for the full period your doctor stated, usually two to four weeks, and for a week or two after the rash has cleared. Stopping when it looks better is why ringworm keeps coming back. Apply a little beyond the visible edge of the patch — the fungus extends further than the redness. Do not use a combination cream containing a steroid on a fungal infection unless a doctor has specifically prescribed it. The steroid calms the redness while the fungus spreads underneath. See a doctor if the rash covers a large area, involves the scalp or nails, or has not improved in two weeks — these usually need tablets as well.

Do not take Ketafung if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. For external use only. Not for use in the eyes.

Interactions with other medicines

No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin.

How to store Ketafung Powder

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Ketafung Powder

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Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST WEST PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Topical antifungal

Drug class:

Antifungal