Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Skin infections (topicals)
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EXTINA |
| Manufacturer |
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Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Azole. |
| Generic Name |
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Ketoconazole 2%; foam; contains alcohol. |
| Indications |
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Topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Apply twice daily for 4 weeks. Dispense an amount that will cover the affected area(s) into cap or other cool surface. Pick up a small amount of foam with fingertips and massage into affected area(s) until foam disappears. |
| Precautions |
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Not for fungal infections. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes. Product is flammable. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Contact sensitization (eg, photoallergenicity), application site reactions (eg, burning, pruritus, dryness). |
| How Supplied |
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Foam—50g, 100g |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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