Danket 2% Cream
Manufacturer
Dermo Care Laboratories
Salt Composition
Ketoconazole (2% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Danket 2% Cream is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot, thrush, and ringworm.
Dosage Form
Cream
Introduction
Danket 2% Cream is an antifungal medication that works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete's foot, thrush, and ringworm. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor..Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream..Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Danket 2% Cream is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Keep your feet clean and dry Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks Never share your socks shoes and towel with others Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
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Frequently asked questions
What is Danket 2% Cream used for?
Danket 2% Cream is used to treat fungal skin infections that may appear on the feet (athlete's foot), in the groin area (jock itch), or between skin folds (sweat rash infected with a yeast infection 'thrush'). It also treats candida infections of skin and nails. It rapidly relieves the itching caused by these fungal infections.
Is Danket 2% Cream a steroid cream?
No, Danket 2% Cream is not a steroid cream. It is an antifungal medicine belonging to the imidazole class of medications. It works by killing the fungi or by preventing the growth of fungi that cause infection.
What are the side effects of Danket 2% Cream?
Common side effects include application site burning, redness, and itching. Uncommon side effects may include discomfort, dryness, bleeding, severe allergic reactions (like hives or rash), skin exfoliation, sticky skin, prickling sensation, or inflammation.
Can I use a steroid cream along with Danket 2% Cream?
It is recommended to use a mild steroid ointment like hydrocortisone cream/ointment in the morning and use Danket 2% Cream in the evening. Gradually stop using the steroid cream after 2-3 weeks, but if you have used a potent corticosteroid for seborrheic dermatitis, maintain a minimum 2 week gap before applying Danket 2% Cream to prevent skin sensitization.
How should Danket 2% Cream be applied?
Wash the affected area thoroughly with water and then dry it. Wash your hands carefully (until and unless your hands are also affected) after applying Danket 2% Cream to prevent infection from spreading to other parts of the body or others.
For how long do I need to use Danket 2% Cream?
You should use Danket 2% Cream for as long as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is used for 2-4 weeks for jock itch and sweat rash and 2-6 weeks for athlete's foot. Do not stop using it even if your symptoms have disappeared because the infection may reappear if not properly treated.
What should I do if I forget to use Danket 2% Cream?
If you forget to use Danket 2% Cream, do not worry and continue using it as soon as you remember. If you have any other concerns or doubts, please consult your doctor.
