Is Ketonaz Cream 15 gm used to treat fungal meningitis?

Ketonaz Cream 15 gm is not recommended to treat fungal meningitis (fungal infection spreads to the brain and spinal cord) as it poorly penetrates into the cerebrospinal fluid. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have fungal meningitis so that appropriate medication may be prescribed.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm?

You are recommended to avoid foods containing chocolate and caffeine such as cocoa beans, tea, coffee, cola and energy drinks while taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine such as drowsiness, nervousness or nausea.

Can I take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm with simvastatin?

You are not recommended to take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm with simvastatin (lipid-lowering drug) as co-administration of these medicines may cause muscle problems. Therefore, please consult a doctor before taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm with other medicines.

Can I stop taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm on my own?

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm, please consult your doctor.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS - ORAL

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Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

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Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:45 AM IST

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Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm as it may be excreted in breast milk. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Ketonaz Cream 15 gm. If you have a loss of appetite, tiredness, stomach pain, vomiting, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, or light-coloured stools, inform your doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of hepatotoxicity (liver damage).

Side Effects of Ketonaz Cream 15 gm

Headache
Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea

Directions for Use

Take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm with food to avoid stomach upset or take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow the whole tablet/capsule with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

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Medicinal Benefits

Ketonaz Cream 15 gm is an antifungal used to treat severe fungal infections. It is used only when other effective antifungal therapies are not available or tolerated and if potential benefits outweigh potential risks. It destroys fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Uses of Ketonaz Cream 15 gm

Systemic fungal infections

About Ketonaz Cream 15 gm

Ketonaz Cream 15 gm belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals indicated to treat various systemic fungal infections such as blastomycosis (infection caused by Blastomyces fungus), chromomycosis (chronic infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue), Coccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Coccidioides fungus), paracoccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Paracoccidioides fungus) and histoplasmosis (lung infection caused by Histoplasma fungus). It is used only when other effective antifungal therapies are not available or tolerated and if potential benefits outweigh potential risks.

Ketonaz Cream 15 gm contains Ketoconazole which works by destroying fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Ketonaz Cream 15 gm based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ketonaz Cream 15 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ketonaz Cream 15 gm as it may be excreted in breast milk. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption whilst on treatment with Ketonaz Cream 15 gm. Ketonaz Cream 15 gm is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. For children above 2 years, it is recommended to use only if the doctor has determined that the benefits outweigh the risks.

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