Description
Ketoconazole belongs to the family of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat certain types of serious fungal infections. Ketoconazole is used to treat both internal (in the body) and external (on the skin) fungal infections. Ketoconazole works by preventing the fungus from making normal cell walls, thereby stopping fungal growth.
The recommended adult dose of ketoconazole is 200 mg once daily with a meal. Occasionally, adults may need to take 400 mg daily. Children’s doses are based on their body weight. The length of treatment depends on the response to the medication as well as the condition being treated; it can range from 1 week to 12 months.
Ketoconazole should not be taken within 2 hours of taking an antacid. People who have a decreased amount of stomach acid due to medical conditions or certain medications (e.g., H2-antagonists or proton pump inhibitors) should take ketoconazole along with a cola beverage.
