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Is Ketoconazole Shampoo Advisable For Dermatitis?

I got Ketoconazole shampoo 2% at Walmarts for dermatitis & it has so many side effects. warnings of over the counter items & medication I am taking. Now I am scared to use .it
Mon, 3 Jul 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Ketoconazole shampoo can be used for treating dermatitis of scalp, if it is suspected to be caused due to fungal in origin.
However, it would be better to use Selenium and Zinc containing shampoo twice a week and Salicylic acid containing shampoo once a week to get proper relief.
Hope the information provided helps.
All the best.
Regards,
Dr.Ashakiran.S.,
MBBS., MD.
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Is Ketoconazole Shampoo Advisable For Dermatitis?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Ketoconazole shampoo can be used for treating dermatitis of scalp, if it is suspected to be caused due to fungal in origin. However, it would be better to use Selenium and Zinc containing shampoo twice a week and Salicylic acid containing shampoo once a week to get proper relief. Hope the information provided helps. All the best. Regards, Dr.Ashakiran.S., MBBS., MD.