Do not give fluconazole to any pets who are sensitive or allergic to other «azole» antifungal medications, such
as ketoconazole.
In most cases the veterinarian will prescribe a topical ointment or cream that contains an anti-fungal such
as Ketoconazole or miconazole.
While Sentinel is safe to use in dogs at risk for MDRI - allele mutation (Australian Shepherds, Collies, Shelties, etc.), unless tested normal, caution is advised if your pet is also being given amiodarone (Cordarone), azole antifungals such
as ketoconazole, carvedilol (Coreg), cyclosporine (Atopica), diltiazem (Cardizem), erythromycin (Ery - Tabs) or clarithromycin (Biaxin), quinidine, spironolactone (Aldactone), tamoxifen, and verapamil (Calan).
Diazepam can interact with many different medications, including antacids such as cimetidine (Tagamet ®), heart medications such as propranolol and digoxin, antibiotics such as erythromycin, antifungal medications such
as ketoconazole, and other medications.
Not exact matches
Just like Minoxidil,
Ketoconazole wasn't originally developed
as a hair loss treatment.
KetoChlor Shampoo is a combination of Chlorhexidine gluconate (2 %), an antibacterial, and
Ketoconazole (1 %), an antifungal, and is used in the treatment of fungal and bacterial diseases of the skin such
as dermatitis and pyoderma.
The most common treatment has always been
ketoconazole (Nizoral) tablets
as it is the least expensive antifungal.
Cyclosporine is not metabolized
as quickly by your pet's liver when
ketoconazole is present.
If s / he has a secondary infection (pustules, hot spots, etc) a medicated shampoo with Chlorhexidine + / -
ketoconazole in it would work nicely
as well.
Also tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given warfarin (Coumadin); digoxin (Lanoxin);
ketoconazole (Nizoral); or drugs that can cause drowsiness such
as other pain medications, muscle relaxants, and herbal products.
Itraconazole and
ketoconazole may need their dose adjusted if they are given at the same time
as ranitidine.
Give
ketoconazole exactly
as directed by your veterinarian.
As with all prescribed medicines,
ketoconazole should only be given to the dog / cat for which it was prescribed.
Ketoconazole is available
as 200 mg scored tablets (sold per tablet) and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Other drug choices are
ketoconazole and itraconazole, although these might not be
as effective.
Given alone,
ketoconazole has a lower cure rate than amphotericin, but when given together, the two drugs work synergistically, allowing veterinarians to use lower doses of amphotericin and minimize the risk of kidney failure
as well
as promoting a more rapid and complete cure.
Like amphotericin, it takes effect quickly, and has the same cure rate
as the amphotericin -
ketoconazole combination.