KIMID Powder 100gm

Fungal Infections (1094)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Ketoconazole 2 %

Manufacturer

Seraph Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT KIMID POWDERKIMID POWDER contains Ketoconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used to topically manage fungal infections like tinea corporis (a skin infection of the trunk and extremities) and tinea cruris (infection of the proximal thighs and buttocks, also known as “jock itch”). It can also be used to manage tinea pedis (also known as “athlete’s foot” and occurs in hot weather, with exposure to surface reservoirs and use of occlusive footwear) and cutaneous candidiasis (yeast infection of the skin). Before applying KIMID POWDER inform your doctor if you have any skin problems or allergies. There is no adequate data available for use of KIMID POWDER in pregnancy. It should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. The safety and effectiveness of KIMID POWDER in children have not been established. Contact your doctor if you experience any

Uses

OF KIMID POWDERUsed for the topical management of: tinea corporis tinea cruris tinea pedis cutaneous candidiasis

How It Works

KIMID POWDER reduces infection by disrupting the production of ergosterol (an important component of fungal cell membranes), thus disrupting the cell membrane of infecting fungus.

Directions for Use

Apply KIMID POWDER as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply KIMID POWDER once daily to cover the affected and immediate surrounding area. Use it only for the quantity and duration (preferably 2 weeks) specified by your doctor. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you according to your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

the symptoms get worse. USES OF KIMID POWDERUsed for the topical management of: tinea corporis tinea cruris tinea pedis cutaneous candidiasis HOW KIMID POWDER WORKSKIMID POWDER reduces infection by disrupting the production of ergosterol (an important component of fungal cell membranes), thus disrupting the cell membrane of infecting fungus. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply KIMID POWDER as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply KIMID POWDER once daily to cover the affected and immediate surrounding area. Use it only for the quantity and duration (preferably 2 weeks) specified by your doctor. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you according to your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF KIMID POWDERRAREStop using KIMID POWDER and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: worsening of the condition worsening of the irritation at the application site

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYThere is no data available for use of KIMID POWDER in pregnancy. It should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the baby. Consult your doctor before applying it. BREASTFEEDINGKIMID POWDER should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. If used during breastfeeding and the medicine is applied on the chest, take caution to avoid accidental ingestion of the medicine by your baby. Consult your doctor before applying it. ALLERGYDo not use KIMID POWDER if you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSUse in pediatrics: The safety and effectiveness of KIMID POWDER in children have not been established. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before applying KIMID POWDER, inform your doctor if you are using, have used, or might use any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of KIMID POWDER, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Ketoconazole Pharmacological Category : Azole antifungal Therapeutic Indication : Fungal infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Solution, Scalp Solution, Cream, Gel, Lotion, Ointment, Shampoo, Soap, Body Wash, Bar, Eye Drops, Dusting Powder, Scrub MORE INFORMATION Keep KIMID POWDER out of reach of children Store between 15-25°C

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DETAILS Written By Dr. Jeenal Rajani

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Last Updated

27 Oct 2022

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