ketoconazole

noun

ke·to·co·na·zole ˌkē-tō-ˈkō-nə-ˌzōl

: a synthetic broad-spectrum antifungal agent C₂₆H₂₈Cl₂N₄O₄ used to treat chronic internal and cutaneous infections

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web If dandruff is contributing to your hair’s greasy glow, Dr. Behnam recommends trying a shampoo formulated with ketoconazole, an antifungal ingredient that keeps build-up at bay. —

Kayla Blanton, Health, 25 Apr. 2023 The medication ketoconazole can also help slow down cortisol production. —

Alexis Jones, Women's Health, 14 Mar. 2023 Seborrheic dermatitis can usually be treated with medicated shampoos that contain tar, zinc pyrithione, salicylic acid, selenium sulfide, or ketoconazole. —

Amanda Gardner, Health, 9 Mar. 2023 It’s made with chlorhexidine and ketoconazole, which eliminate skin problems at the source. —

The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Oct. 2022 These shampoos usually contain ingredients like hydrocortisone or ketoconazole, which can help to reduce inflammation and itching. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022 This premium formula is made with medicated ingredients, including chlorhexidine gluconate and ketoconazole. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 June 2022 In addition to ketoconazole, this shampoo is infused with a hefty dose of essential oils and vitamins. —

Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 13 June 2022 Another tip Siksik suggests is looking for products that contain 1 to 2 percent ketoconazole, a drug that stops testosterone from converting to DHT. —

Meg Donohue, ELLE, 16 Nov. 2022 See More

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