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Ketoconazole cream (Ketoconazole)
Generic:
Ketoconazole
Indications:
fungus
In stock: 26 packs
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Dosages
Ketoconazole cream 2% 15 g
| Quantity | Price per tube | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | £7.41 | - | £14.82 | |
| 5 | £6.37 | £5.19 | £31.85 | |
| 8 | £5.00 | £19.26 | £40.00 |
Manufacturers
BayerJanssen-CilagJanssen Inc.Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Karo PharmaTaro Pharmaceuticals
Payment & Delivery
Package Example
Your order is carefully packed and is dispatched within 24 hours. Here is what a typical package looks like.
Sized like a regular personal letter (approximately 24x11x0.7 cm), with no indication of what is inside.
Delivery Times
| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over £222.24 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over £148.16 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 14-21 days |
Payment Methods
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Brand Names
Also known as (by country):
| Country | Brand Names |
|---|---|
 United Kingdom | Daktarin Gold Nizoral |
FAQ
No. In the United Kingdom, ketoconazole 2% cream is a Pharmacy medicine, so a prescription is not normally required. Supply is made under a pharmacist's supervision.
Do not use the cream if the tube is punctured, leaking, badly crushed, or appears tampered with. Keep the product and packaging so the damage and the batch details can be checked before use.
Not necessarily. Ketoconazole is the active ingredient, but cream bases and inactive ingredients can differ between products. Check the ingredient list on the received pack before use if you have an allergy or sensitivity to a particular excipient.
A different appearance alone does not mean the product is incorrect. Compare the active ingredient, 2% strength, cream dosage form, manufacturer details, batch number and expiry date on the pack. Do not use it if the ingredient, strength, dosage form, seal, or physical condition is not as expected.
Store ketoconazole cream at 20°C to 25°C. Keep the tube closed when not in use and retain it in its original packaging. Do not use the cream if its colour, smell or texture has noticeably changed.
Ketoconazole 2% cream is a topical antifungal used for susceptible fungal skin infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, skin candidiasis and pityriasis versicolor. It may also be used for seborrhoeic dermatitis when appropriate.
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry affected skin and a small area around it, then wash your hands unless they are being treated. It is for external use only. The frequency and length of treatment depend on the condition, so follow the product directions or the instructions from a pharmacist or prescriber.
Ketoconazole cream can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding in the UK, as absorption through the skin is negligible when used as directed. Avoid applying it on the breast or nipple area so that an infant cannot ingest the cream directly.
Description
Note:
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What Ketoconazole Cream is
Ketoconazole cream 2% is a non-steroid antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain fungal and yeast skin infections by killing the fungus or yeast or stopping it from growing. In the UK, it may be recommended or prescribed in dermatology or general practice for suitable superficial fungal skin infections.
What it is used for
Ketoconazole cream 2% is used on the skin for:
- Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis)
- Jock itch (tinea cruris)
- Athlete's foot (tinea pedis)
- Tinea versicolor (pityriasis/tinea versicolor)
- Yeast infection of the skin (cutaneous candidiasis)
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Can I apply it to my face?
Sometimes, yes. Ketoconazole cream may be applied to the face only if the affected area is on the face (for example, seborrhoeic dermatitis or a fungal infection diagnosed by a clinician). Apply a thin layer and keep it away from the eyes, lips and inside the nose. If it causes severe burning, swelling or a rash, stop using it and contact a clinician.
Also available as a shampoo and tablets: Ketoconazole also comes as a 2% shampoo and 200 mg tablets.
- 2% shampoo: often a better choice when the problem is mainly on the scalp (for example, dandruff/seborrhoeic dermatitis) or when you need to treat large, hair-bearing areas where a cream is difficult to apply.
- 2% cream: best for small, localised areas of fungal or yeast infection on the skin.
- 200 mg tablets (oral ketoconazole): a systemic medicine used only for certain serious infections when other treatments are not suitable. It is not used for routine skin conditions because it can cause serious liver injury and has important drug interactions. Use only if prescribed and monitored by a clinician.
Is this a steroid cream?
No. Ketoconazole cream is an antifungal medicine, not a corticosteroid. It does not work like steroid creams used to calm inflammation in conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.
Before you use Ketoconazole Cream
- Do not use if you are allergic to ketoconazole or any ingredient in the product.
- Not for use in the eyes: do not put it in your eyes.
- For external use only. Do not take it by mouth or use it inside the vagina.
- Children: safety and effectiveness in children have not been established.
If you recently used a steroid cream
If you have been using a steroid cream, ointment or lotion on the same area (for example, betamethasone or hydrocortisone), ask your doctor or pharmacist how to stop it and when to start ketoconazole cream. Do not change your steroid treatment on your own if you are unsure.
How to use Ketoconazole Cream
Wash and dry the affected skin. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and the skin just around it, then rub in gently. Wash your hands after applying it, unless you are treating your hands.
- Most fungal/yeast skin infections: apply once daily.
- Typical treatment durations:
- Tinea corporis / tinea cruris / cutaneous candidiasis: 2 weeks
- Tinea versicolor: 2 weeks
- Tinea pedis (athlete's foot): 6 weeks
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis: apply twice daily for 4 weeks (or until clear)
If there is no improvement after the recommended treatment period, the diagnosis should be reviewed by a clinician.
Treatment table (what it is and is not used for)
| Condition | Used to treat with ketoconazole cream 2%? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ringworm (tinea corporis) | Yes | On-label skin use. |
| Tinea versicolor | Yes | On-label skin use. |
| Yeast infection (skin / cutaneous candidiasis) | Yes | On-label for yeast infection of the skin. Not for vaginal thrush. |
| Seborrhoeic dermatitis | Yes | Often affects the scalp and face; use as directed and avoid the eyes. |
| Spots (acne vulgaris) | - | Not used for typical acne. If the bumps are due to yeast (Malassezia) folliculitis, antifungals may be used under clinician guidance (off-label). |
| Rosacea | - | Not a standard treatment for rosacea. |
| Eczema | - | In the UK, this is not a standard treatment for eczema (eczema is usually inflammatory, not fungal). |
| Psoriasis | - | Not a standard treatment for psoriasis. |
| Hair loss | - | Not used to treat hair loss. If scalp symptoms are due to seborrhoeic dermatitis, treating the rash may help with discomfort and flaking, but it is not a treatment for hair loss. |
Possible side effects
Most side effects happen where the cream is applied. Stop using it and seek medical advice if you develop signs of an allergic reaction.
- Stinging, burning, itching
- Irritation, redness, rash
- Rarely, contact dermatitis (including reactions to ingredients such as propylene glycol or sulfites)
How to store
Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Keep out of the reach of children.
Ingredients and strength
Ketoconazole cream 2% contains 20 mg of ketoconazole per 1 g of cream (2% w/w). Inactive ingredients vary by manufacturer.
Important: Some formulations contain sodium sulfite, which can cause allergic-type reactions (including severe reactions) in susceptible people, especially those with asthma.
MD, infectious diseases specialist and medical writer
Customer questions
My order to Reading has been marked as dispatched. Does that mean it will arrive tomorrow?
Not necessarily. Dispatch means the order has left for delivery; arrival depends on the delivery service selected. Express delivery is usually 4-7 days and Standard delivery is usually 14-21 days.
I live in Belfast. Can I confirm before payment whether this cream can be delivered to Northern Ireland?
Yes. Please enter your Belfast address and postcode at checkout to view the delivery options available for that destination before placing the order.
Will my ketoconazole cream definitely come in sealed manufacturer packaging?
The exact packaging and seal arrangement cannot be guaranteed in advance. When it arrives, check the tube, outer pack and any tamper protection; do not use the cream if the packaging appears compromised.
I have type 2 diabetes and a fungal-looking rash on my foot. Does ketoconazole cream affect blood sugar or my diabetes medicines?
Topical ketoconazole cream has negligible systemic absorption and is not known to affect blood glucose or interact with diabetes treatment. Because foot skin problems can need closer assessment in people with diabetes, have a persistent, spreading, painful or broken-skin rash checked rather than treating it as a routine fungal infection.
Product specifications
| Active ingredient | Ketoconazole |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Imidazole antifungal |
| Dosage form | Cream |
| Available strengths | 2% |
| Route | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 20°C to 25°C. |
| ATC code | D01AC08 |
Regulatory information
United Kingdom: ketoconazole cream status
Prescription statusKetoconazole 2% cream is available in the UK as a Pharmacy medicine, so a prescription is not normally required but supply is made under a pharmacist's supervision.
Registration statusThe supplied generic product identity does not establish a specific UK marketing-authorisation holder or product licence for this 2% 15 g tube; this must be confirmed against the exact pack and licence details.
NHS availabilityKetoconazole cream may be supplied on an NHS prescription when clinically appropriate; NHS prescription charges and exemption rules may apply in England.
Safety monitoringSuspected side effects from ketoconazole cream can be reported through the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
More information
Electronic Medicines Compendium: ketoconazoleSearch for UK medicine product information, including patient leaflets and professional summaries.NHS: ketoconazole search resultsNHS search results for information related to ketoconazole and fungal skin conditions.PubChem: ketoconazole compound recordScientific compound data, chemical properties and linked research resources.
Reviews
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Sophie B, Derby
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My parcel with the ketoconazole cream went missing in transit, but the store sorted it quickly and refunded me without any hassle.
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Oliver H, Southampton
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I'd previously paid £30 for the ketoconazole cream 2% 15 g pack of 5, now it's £32, but the quality has stayed just as good.
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Olivia H, Sheffield
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The outer parcel was a bit dented on arrival, yet the ketoconazole cream inside was completely intact, no fuss at all.
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George T, Leicester
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The ketoconazole cream arrived exactly as ordered, right strength and quantity, matching what I'd selected on the site.
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Emily T, London
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I bought the 2% 15 g ketoconazole cream in a pack of 5 for my mother, and the larger quantity just made more practical sense for her.
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