Nizoral Cream is a treatment for fungal skin infections.
The mechanism of the this Nizoral fungus treatment cream works by blocking the ergosterol biosynthesis, which is the building component of the fungal cell membrane.
This leads to impaired membrane permeability and consequently to the death of dermatophytes. Nizoral cream relieves pruritus and facilitates healing of skin lesions.
The drug works locally, does not penetrate into the blood.
Ketoconazole, the antifungal active ingredient would normally works 2 to 3 weeks for most fungal infections, however, athlete’s foot can take up to 6 weeks to heal. It eliminates the yeasts (fungi) that cause infections. Always read the patient information leaflet for more information on treating your specific condition.
Average fungal infection treatment time using Nizoral Cream:
- Dandruff scabies from 2 to 3 weeks,
- Yeast infections from 2 to 3 weeks,
- Ringworm of the groin from 2 to 4 weeks,
- Ringworm of the trunk from 3 to 4 weeks,
- Ringworm of the feet from 4 to 6 weeks,
- Seborrheic dermatitis from 2 to 4 weeks.
When treating seborrheic dermatitis, the doctor usually recommends maintenance treatment, consisting of the use of Nizoral cream once or twice a week.
If you have any further questions about the use of the drug, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible Side Effects
Stop using Nizoral cream and tell your doctor straight away if you notice or suspect any of the following. You may need urgent medical treatment.
- Severe irritation or reddening of the skin where the cream has been used, or other signs of allergy during the first few days of treatment. (This can affect fewer than 1 in 10 people).
- Peeling or blistering of the skin. (This can affect fewer than 1 in 100 people).
- Burning sensation (affects fewer than 1 in 10 people).
- Rash, hives, sticky skin (affects fewer than 1 in 100 people)
