Ketoconazole cream is a topical medication used to treat various fungal skin infections. It contains the active ingredient ketoconazole, a broad-spectrum antifungal agent that works by killing the fungus or yeast causing the infection or preventing its growth. Some of the specific uses of ketoconazole cream include:
- Athletes foot: A common fungal infection that affects the skin between the toes and on the soles of the feet.
- Jock itch: A fungal infection that affects the groin area, inner thighs, and buttocks.
- Ringworm: A fungal infection that can affect the skin on the body, scalp, or feet.
- Dandruff: A condition that causes flaking and itching of the scalp, often due to an overgrowth of yeast.
In addition to these uses, ketoconazole cream is also effective in treating other fungal infections such as tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea pedis, tinea versicolor, and cutaneous candidiasis. It can also be used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, a common skin condition that causes redness, itching, and flaking of the scalp, face, and other areas.
