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What is the most important information I should know about ketoconazole topical?
| Pronunciation: | kee toe KOE na zole |
| Brand: | Kuric, Nizoral A-D, Nizoral Topical, Xolegel |
 | Use this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. |
 | Do not use bandages or dressings over the treated skin areas, unless your doctor has told you to. |
 | Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. |
Wait at least 20 minutes after applying this medicine before you use cosmetics or sunscreen on the treated skin area. Do not wash the treated skin for at least 3 hours after applying ketoconazole topical.
Call your doctor if your condition does not improve within 2 weeks, or if your symptoms get worse.
 | Stop using ketoconazole topical and call your doctor if you have severe burning, irritation, redness, pain, or oozing where the medicine is applied. |
 | Ketoconazole topical gel is flammable. Do not use it while you are smoking or near an open flame. |
 | Do not use this medication on a child younger than 12 years old. |
| Last updated: | September 27, 2006 |
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