Nizoral Shampoo
Developed to mitigate scalp fungal colonisation and inflammation to support hair follicle health and alleviate flaking.
- Category
- Hair Loss
- Active ingredient
- Ketoconazole
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Shampoo
- Strengths
- 200ml 1%
Prescription and consultation requirements for Nizoral Shampoo vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Nizoral Shampoo details
- Conditions
- Seborrhoeic Dermatitis of The Scalp · Dandruff
- Alternative names
- ketoconazole
- Therapeutic class
- Imidazole Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Topical Antifungal and Eyelash/Hair Agent
- Known off-label uses
- androgenetic alopecia
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to ketoconazole
- Minor side effects
- mild scalp irritation; hair texture changes
- Moderate side effects
- dry scalp; local pruritus; mild alopecia
- Serious side effects
- severe contact dermatitis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Shampoo
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Pharmacy medicine (P), available from a pharmacist without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Janssen
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- TGA Category C: Minimal systemic exposure. Safe. Breastfeeding: Compatible.
Patient summary
developed to mitigate scalp fungal colonisation and inflammation to support hair follicle health and alleviate flaking.
Mechanism of action
Blocks membrane ergosterol synthesis in pityrosporum ovale and reduces localised scalp androgenic activity.