Keto-B Cream 10 gm is a dermatological medication primarily used to treat fungal infections, such as athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot), jock itch (ringworm of the groin) and ringworm infections. Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Fungi can live in the air, soil, water, and plants. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness and scaling of the skin.

Keto-B Cream 10 gm is composed of two medicines: Ketoconazole (antifungal) and Beclomethasone dipropionate (steroid). Ketoconazole works by damaging the fungal cell membrane which is essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection. Beclomethasone dipropionate works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. 

Keto-B Cream 10 gm is for external use only. Use Keto-B Cream 10 gm as advised by your doctor. You are recommended to use Keto-B Cream 10 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Keto-B Cream 10 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Ketoconazole, Beclomethasone dipropionate or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, diabetes, asthma, sulphite allergy, an autoimmune disorder, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases, and heart problems (with prolonged QT wave of heartbeat). Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Keto-B Cream 10 gm.

Keto-B Cream 10 gm contains Ketoconazole and Beclomethasone dipropionate used to treat fungal infections. Ketoconazole is an antifungal that works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection. Beclomethasone dipropionate is a corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. 

• Itching
• Dryness
• Redness and burning sensation at the application site

If you are allergic to Keto-B Cream 10 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Keto-B Cream 10 gm. Keto-B Cream 10 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Keto-B Cream 10 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact of Keto-B Cream 10 gm with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes as it may cause irritation. In case Keto-B Cream 10 gm comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Do not swallow Keto-B Cream 10 gm. In case of accidental swallowing, consult a doctor immediately. Do not use Keto-B Cream 10 gm on open wounds, infected or broken skin. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with plasters or bandages.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have asthma, diabetes, sulphite allergy, an autoimmune disorder, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases, heart or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Keto-B Cream 10 gm.

• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
• Do not scratch the affected area of the skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes, or socks with others.
• Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.

Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation and redness. Antifungal medicines are usually used to treat fungal infections. Avoid sharing things to prevent the spread of infection.