Role of Topical Ketoconazole in Therapeutic Hair Care Beyond Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff

    March 2025 in “ JEADV Clinical Practice ”
    Aditya K. Gupta, Piet De Doncker, Mesbah Talukder
    Studysummary This article explores the role of ketoconazole shampoo in hair care beyond treating dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis, suggesting it may reduce hair shedding and chronic scalp inflammation, potentially complementing treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
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