ketoconazole(Nizoral)
Imidazole antifungal
Pronunciation
/kiːtoʊˈkɒnəzoʊl/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- ketoconazole
- Brand names
- Nizoral
- Therapeutic class
- Imidazole antifungal
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- ORAL ketoconazole is second-line; many safer azoles preferred (fluconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole).
- Topical and shampoo formulations carry minimal systemic risk.
- For oral: take with food and avoid acid suppressants.
- Report yellow skin, dark urine, palpitations, or persistent nausea.
- Avoid alcohol.
Sources
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