Nizoral
Ketoconazole tablets for serious fungal infections and ringworm. It prevents fungi from building the cell membrane they need to survive.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200mg | 30 tablets | $77.00 | $2.57 |
| 200mg | 60 tablets | $119.00 | $1.98 |
| 200mg | 90 tablets | $157.00 | $1.74 |
| 200mg | 120 tablets | $199.00 | $1.66 |
| 200mg | 180 tablets | $279.00 | $1.55 |
| 200mg | 270 tablets | $400.00 | $1.48 |
| 200mg | 360 tablets | $525.00 | $1.46 |
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Ketoconazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 200mg
Nizoral is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Nizoral on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Systemic Fungal Infections · Tinea Corporis · Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
- Alternative names
- ketoconazole
- Therapeutic class
- Imidazole Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Antifungal Agent
- Known off-label uses
- cushing's syndrome
- Contraindications
- active hepatic disease; concurrent use of QT-prolonging drugs
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- pruritus; abdominal pain; elevated liver enzymes
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Janssen
- Onset time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Simvastatin; Pimozide; Grapefruit
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over two years and adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Expelled in milk.
Serious side effects
severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; QT prolongation, requires immediate medical attention; adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Ketoconazole tablets for serious fungal infections and ringworm. It prevents fungi from building the cell membrane they need to survive.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits the enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, terminating ergosterol production in fungal membranes.
FAQ
Is the Nizoral sold here the original brand?
No. Nizoral is the original brand, made by Janssen, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (ketoconazole) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Nizoral priced?
The price varies with pack size. Nizoral comes in a 200mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What other names is Nizoral sold under?
In South Africa, ketoconazole is also sold under brand names such as Ketazol.
What is Nizoral used for?
Nizoral contains ketoconazole, used for systemic fungal infections, tinea corporis and seborrhoeic dermatitis.
How long does Nizoral take to work?
Ketoconazole usually starts to work within 24 to 48 hours, and its effect lasts about 12 to 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What are the side effects of Nizoral?
The common side effects of ketoconazole are nausea, headache and vomiting. Less common ones include itching (pruritus), abdominal pain and elevated liver enzymes. Serious but less common side effects include severe liver damage (hepatotoxicity), QT prolongation and adrenal suppression, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Nizoral interact with?
Ketoconazole can interact with simvastatin, pimozide and grapefruit. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Nizoral.
Can I buy Nizoral over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Nizoral. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Nizoral to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Nizoral names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Ketoconazole at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.