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    Glossary Ketoconazole

    antifungal medication treating scalp infections and reducing hair loss

    Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication commonly used to treat infections caused by fungi and yeasts, such as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It is also found in some shampoos and creams, where it helps reduce scalp inflammation and hair loss associated with these conditions.

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    1. Ketoconazole Antifungal, best known as a dandruff shampoo
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    Research 10 of 907

    1. Topical ketoconazole: a systematic review of current dermatological applications and future developments Journal of Dermatological Treatment · 2019 · 39 citations
    2. Development and Evaluation of a Niosome-Integrated Microneedle System for Targeted Follicular Delivery of Ketoconazole in Alopecia Therapy 2026
    3. A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Low Dose Flutamide, Finasteride, Ketoconazole, and Cyproterone Acetate-Estrogen Regimens in the Treatment of Hirsutism The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 1999 · 113 citations
    4. Ketoconazole Shampoo: Effect of Long-Term Use in Androgenic Alopecia Dermatology · 1998 · 92 citations
    5. Ketoconazole Therapy for Women with Acne and/or Hirsutism 1990 · 46 citations
    6. Nudging hair shedding by antidandruff shampoos. A comparison of 1% ketoconazole, 1% piroctone olamine and 1% zinc pyrithione formulations International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2002 · 43 citations
    7. Ketoconazole in cutaneous leishmaniasis British Journal of Dermatology · 1987 · 41 citations
    8. Efficacy of combined cyclosporine A and ketoconazole treatment of anal furunculosis 2004 · 36 citations
    9. Topical Application of Ketoconazole Stimulates Hair Growth in C3H/HeN Mice The Journal of Dermatology · 2005 · 24 citations
    10. A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Low Dose Flutamide, Finasteride, Ketoconazole, and Cyproterone Acetate-Estrogen Regimens in the Treatment of Hirsutism The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 1999 · 23 citations
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    Community 10 of 1000+

    1. Does ketokonazole on its own improve androgenetic alopecia? Reddit · 18 Mar 2026
    2. 6,5 months on oral finasteride 1mg, oral minoxidil 5mg daily, with ketokonazole shampoo and dermarolling every other week. Reddit · 19 Nov 2025
    3. What's a good conditioner to pair with Nizoral Ketokonazole Shampoo? Reddit · 16 Oct 2024
    4. 4 months Dute 0.5mg / oral minoxidil 2.5mg and Ketoconazole 2%. 45 wish I started sooner! Reddit · 20 Sept 2026
    5. Anybody using piroctone olamine instead of ketoconazole shampoo? Reddit · 3 Aug 2026
    6. Where can I get Ketoconazole 2% shampoo without a prescription? Reddit · 24 Jul 2026
    7. 19 M 5 month update using 7% minoxidil Finasteride 0.3% ketoconazole 2.2% and biotin 0.2% topical solution Reddit · 16 Jun 2026
    8. Almost 3 years apart finasteride, minoxidil, laser helmet & ketoconazole Reddit · 16 Jun 2026
    9. (4months, 25d) finasteride, ketoconazole, sulfur soap Reddit · 22 May 2026
    10. 3 month dutasteride mesotherapy (3 session) . Minoxidil 2.5 month ( changed the brand 25 days ago) / ketoconazol shampoo Reddit · 16 May 2026
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