Ketoforce 200 (200mg Ketoconazole)

Product Information

Ketoforce Tablet contains Ketoconazole, an antifungal medicine used to treat serious fungal infections.

• It should only be used when other antifungal medicines have not been effective.
• Not recommended for fungal nail infections.
• Must be taken strictly as prescribed by your doctor, for the full duration of treatment.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

• To treat severe fungal infections in patients who have not responded to other treatments.

Uses

• Systemic fungal infections (when alternative antifungal therapy is not effective or suitable)

Benefits

• Controls fungal growth by disrupting the fungal cell membrane
• Provides effective treatment when other antifungals fail
• Helps resolve persistent or resistant infections under careful medical supervision

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take by mouth exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow tablets whole with water.
• Take with food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset.
• Complete the full course, even if symptoms improve.
• Do not use for fungal nail infections.

⚠️ Liver Risk Warning

This medicine may cause serious liver damage.

• Report symptoms such as yellowing of the skin/eyes, dark urine, persistent nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain immediately.
• Your doctor may perform liver function tests before and during treatment.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.

Special Precautions

Do not use Ketoforce if you:

• Are allergic to Ketoconazole or similar antifungal medicines
• Have a history of liver disease
• Have heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias)
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

Drug Interactions:
Avoid use if you are taking:

• Simvastatin (cholesterol medicine)
• Ergotamine (for migraine)
• Eplerenone (for heart problems)
• Midazolam (for psychiatric illness)
• Certain heart rhythm medicines (quinidine, pimozide, cisapride)

Discuss all other medicines with your doctor before use.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash

Serious side effects (seek medical help immediately):

• Signs of liver damage (jaundice, dark urine, abdominal pain)
• Irregular heartbeat or chest pain
• Severe allergic reaction (swelling, rash, difficulty breathing)

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date.
• Dispose of unused tablets safely.

Emergency Guidance

• In case of suspected overdose, seek emergency medical help immediately.
• For severe allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of face/throat, severe rash), call emergency services.
• Contact your doctor urgently if signs of liver injury occur.