What is Ketomac Shampoo for & how it works

• Ketomac Shampoo contains 2% Ketoconazole, an antifungal agent.

• It’s mainly used to treat dandruff — helping reduce scalp flaking, scaling, itching, and inflammation.

• It can also be used for fungal skin infections (on the scalp or other areas) — for example, fungal-induced conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and similar fungal scalp problems.

• The way it works: Ketoconazole disrupts the fungal cell membrane (through inhibiting synthesis of a component called ergosterol), which weakens and kills the fungus/yeast — reducing flaking, itching and fungal growth.

🧴 How to use it (typical instructions)

• Wet your scalp and hair thoroughly before application.

• Apply sufficient shampoo to cover scalp (massage gently), leave for a few minutes, then rinse. Some sources say leave for ~5–10 minutes.

• As a rough guideline: using it twice a week for 2–4 weeks is common if you have dandruff/seborrheic dermatitis. Once scalp condition improves, frequency may be reduced (e.g. once a week) to help prevent recurrence.

• It’s for external use only. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, or broken skin.

⚠️ Possible Side Effects & Precautions

Common / potential side effects include:

• Scalp irritation — burning, itching, redness.

• Dry hair or dryness of scalp.

• Oily or dry scalp / changes in hair texture (in some cases) or hair discoloration — more often in chemically treated / grey hair.

• Rarely, contact dermatitis or allergic reactions — if you are allergic to ketoconazole or any inactive ingredients.

Other important precautions:

• Do not apply on severely damaged, inflamed or broken scalp skin.

• Avoid contact with eyes/mouth — rinse immediately with plenty of water if accidental contact occurs.

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding: some sources advise consulting a doctor before use

• If after 2–4 weeks there is no improvement (or if condition worsens), consult a doctor / dermatologist.

🧑‍⚕️ When & Who Should Use (and When to Avoid / be Cautious)

Good candidates:

• People suffering recurring/ persistent dandruff or scalp flaking due to fungal causes (like dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis).

• Fungal scalp/skin infections that respond to antifungal shampoo (if recommended by a doctor or dermatologist).

Use cautiously / avoid if:

• You have known allergy to ketoconazole or azole antifungals.

• Scalp skin is severely irritated, broken, inflamed or has wounds.

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding — better to consult your doctor/dermatologist first.

• You don’t have fungal scalp issues — using potent antifungal shampoo unnecessarily may dry or irritate your scalp/hair.