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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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research A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Low Dose Flutamide, Finasteride, Ketoconazole, and Cyproterone Acetate-Estrogen Regimens in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.
research Ketoconazole Shampoo: Effect of Long-Term Use in Androgenic Alopecia
Ketoconazole shampoo improves hair growth and reduces oil similarly to minoxidil in male pattern hair loss.
research Ketoconazole Therapy for Women with Acne and/or Hirsutism
Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.
research Nudging Hair Shedding by Antidandruff Shampoos: A Comparison of 1% Ketoconazole, 1% Piroctone Olamine, and 1% Zinc Pyrithione Formulations
All three shampoos reduced dandruff and hair loss, but ketoconazole and piroctone olamine also made hair thicker.
research Ketoconazole in Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
Ketoconazole cured about 70% of cutaneous leishmaniasis cases caused by Leishmania major.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity which is a better choice for shampoo, caffeine vs ketoconazole?
Ketoconazole is recommended as the best shampoo for hair loss. Users suggest alternating between ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos.
community I don't have Ketoconazole in my country, is Nizoral a decent replacement?
Nizoral is a suitable replacement for Ketoconazole, but ensure it contains 2% Ketoconazole. The yellow bottle is recommended and should last 3-4 months if used twice a week.
community Are you supposed to apply 2% Ketoconazole only to your scalp, or your hair too?
The conversation is about applying 2% Ketoconazole to the scalp for hair loss treatment. It suggests using conditioner afterward due to its drying effect.
community Does ketoconazole shampoo make hair curly?
A user noticed their hair became curly after using ketoconazole shampoo and wonders if the shampoo caused the change. They like the new curls and want to maintain them.
community Ketoconazole shampoo with a brush
Using a silicone shampoo brush with ketoconazole shampoo may increase hair shedding if used roughly. Hair that sheds during shampooing would have fallen out eventually.