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Nizoral

Ketoconazole

Intended to relieve systemic fungal infections to support cellular tissue clearing and target fungal cell membrane synthesis.

Category
Antifungals
Active ingredient
Ketoconazole
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
200mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Nizoral, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Nizoral vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Nizoral details

Alternative names
ketoconazole
Therapeutic class
Imidazole Antifungal
Pharmacological class
Antifungal Agent
Known off-label uses
cushing's syndrome
Contraindications
active hepatic disease; concurrent use of QT-prolonging drugs
Minor side effects
nausea; headache; vomiting
Moderate side effects
pruritus; abdominal pain; elevated liver enzymes
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Janssen
Onset Time
24–48 hours
Duration
12–24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Simvastatin; Pimozide; Grapefruit
Age restrictions
Approved for children over two years and adults.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Expelled in milk.
Serious side effects

severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

intended to relieve systemic fungal infections to support cellular tissue clearing and target fungal cell membrane synthesis.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits the enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, terminating ergosterol production in fungal membranes.

What you will receive

Nizoral is the originator brand name, made by Janssen. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Janssen.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Ketoconazole is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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