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

Examples of ketoconazole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis—which can involve dandruff, scaling, or inflammation of the hair follicles—are the source of the problem, treating them with a shampoo that contains zinc pyrithione (like Head and Shoulders) or ketoconazole (such as Nizoral) may help with hair loss. —Stacey Colino, TIME, 12 July 2024

Keep In Mind This shampoo isn't medicated and doesn't contain active ingredients, such as ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, or pyrithione zinc. —April Benshosan, Verywell Health, 9 May 2024

However, tea tree oil is not as well-studied as antifungals like zinc, ketoconazole, and selenium sulfide. —April Benshosan, Verywell Health, 9 May 2024

While the evidence for significant regrowth is limited, certain ingredients have shown promise in scientific studies, including ketoconazole, saw palmetto, biotin, and minoxidil. —Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

keto- + -conazole (in miconazole)

First Known Use

1979, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

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 disorders see nizoral