Ketoconazole - topical
Classification: BATC code: D01AC08
Summary
Controlled studies on differences between men and women regarding efficacy, safety and pharmacokinetics of ketoconazole shampoo are lacking.
The present evidence concerning differences between men and women is very limited and do not motivate differentiation in dosing or treatment.
Additional information
Pharmacokinetics and dosing
No studies with a clinically relevant sex analysis regarding the pharmacokinetics or dosing of topical ketoconazole have been found.
Effects
No studies with a clinically relevant sex analysis regarding the effects of topical ketoconazole have been found.
Adverse effects
No studies with a clinically relevant sex analysis regarding the adverse effects of topical ketoconazole have been found.
Reproductive health issues
Regarding teratogenic aspects, please consult the Drugs and Birth Defects Database (in Swedish, Janusmed fosterpåverkan).
Updated: 2019-02-26
Date of litterature search: 2015-11-25
References
- Conicse. Stockholm: eHälsomyndigheten. 2015 [cited 2016-03-23.] länk
Reviewed by: Mia von Euler
Approved by: Karin Schenck-Gustafsson