Ketoconazole ointment for the treatment of glansitis

Ketoconazole ointment is a common over-the-counter medicine. Its main function is to eliminate fungi and treat candidiasis. It is also helpful for multiple allergies and dermatitis in the body. However, because ketoconazole ointment is relatively irritating, it may not be suitable for the treatment of glansitis. You should consult a doctor to determine whether it can treat glansitis. If there happens to be a corresponding relationship between the bacteria and ketoconazole ointment, the effect of treatment with ketoconazole ointment is also good.

Action Category

This drug is an over-the-counter dermatological drug.

Specifications

2%

Adaptation

Used for tinea manuum, tinea pedis, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea versicolor and skin candidiasis.

Dosage

For topical use, apply an appropriate amount of the drug to the affected area, 2 to 3 times a day. To reduce recurrence, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea versicolor and candidiasis should be used continuously for 2 to 4 weeks, and tinea manuum and pedis should be used continuously for 4 to 6 weeks.

Adverse reactions

Tingling or other irritation symptoms may be seen, and allergic reactions such as itching may occasionally occur.

Notes

1. Avoid contact with eyes and other mucous membranes (such as mouth, nose, etc.).

2. If there is a burning sensation, redness or swelling at the medication site, stop taking the medication, wash off the local medication, and consult a doctor if necessary.

3. Do not use on broken skin.

4. Not suitable for large area use.

5. Patients with tinea cruris should not wear tight or synthetic underwear. When applying topical creams, they can spread spreading agents (such as prickly heat powder).

6. Patients with tinea pedis should wipe their skin dry after bathing, especially between the toes. Wear cotton socks and change them every day. Shoes should be breathable. Spread the spray or antifungal powder between the toes, feet, socks and shoes once or twice a day.

7. To reduce recurrence, the course of treatment for tinea corporis, tinea cruris and tinea versicolor should be at least 2-4 weeks.

8. Pregnant and lactating women should use this product under the guidance of a doctor.

9. People who are allergic to this drug are forbidden to use it, and those with allergic constitution should use it with caution.

10. This drug is prohibited from use if its properties change.

11. Please keep this medicine out of reach of children.

12. Children must use this product under adult supervision. 13. If you are using other medicines, please consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

Drug interactions

If used with other drugs, drug interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

Pharmacological action

Ketoconazole is an antifungal drug that has an inhibitory effect on dermatophytes such as Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, Microsporum and yeasts such as Candida. It is almost not absorbed through the skin when applied topically.