Ketoconazole cream is primarily used to treat various fungal skin infections such as ringworm (tinea corporis), jock itch (tinea cruris), athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), and tinea versicolor, which leads to discolored patches on the skin[1][2][3][6][7]. It is also effective against cutaneous candidiasis, a yeast infection of the skin caused by Candida species[1][2][3]. Additionally, ketoconazole cream can be prescribed to address seborrheic dermatitis, a skin condition that causes flaking or dandruff[1][6][7].
The cream is an antifungal medication that works by slowing or stopping the growth of fungi responsible for these infections[1][6][7]. In some cases, it may be used for other skin conditions as recommended by a healthcare professional, such as tinea manuum (fungal infection of the hands), diaper rash worsened by fungal infection, or as part of combination therapy for other skin issues[3].
References
- [1] WebMD – Ketoconazole Topical (Nizoral, Xolegel, and others) – Uses, Side Effects, and More
- [2] MedCentral – Ketoconazole (topical): uses, dosing, warnings, adverse events …
- [3] AF Women’s Med – Ketoconazole Topical
- [6] GoodRx – Ketoconazole cream: Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Reviews
- [7] Drugs.com – Ketoconazole topical Uses, Side Effects & Warnings
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