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Xolegel (Ketoconazole Topical) - Summary

 
 



XOLEGEL SUMMARY

XOLEGEL contains the antifungal agent ketoconazole USP at 2% in a topical anhydrous gel vehicle for topical administration.

XOLEGEL is indicated for the topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent adults and children 12 years of age and older.

Safety and efficacy of XOLEGEL for treatment of fungal infections have not been established.


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Published Studies Related to Xolegel (Ketoconazole Topical)

Efficacious and safe management of moderate to severe scalp seborrhoeic dermatitis using clobetasol propionate shampoo 0.05% combined with ketoconazole shampoo 2%: a randomized, controlled study. [2011.07]
BACKGROUND: Topical antifungals and corticosteroids are the mainstay of treatment for seborrhoeic dermatitis. The short-contact clobetasol propionate 0.05% shampoo (CP) is an efficacious and safe once-daily treatment for scalp psoriasis. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of CP alone and combined with ketoconazole shampoo 2% (KC) in the treatment of moderate to severe scalp seborrhoeic dermatitis... CONCLUSIONS: The combination therapy of twice-weekly CP alternating with twice-weekly KC provided significantly greater efficacy than KC alone and a sustained effect in the treatment of moderate to severe scalp seborrhoeic dermatitis. (c) 2011 The Authors. BJD (c) 2011 British Association of Dermatologists 2011.

Synergistic effects of tetrandrine on the antifungal activity of topical ketoconazole cream in the treatment of dermatophytoses: a clinical trial. [2011]
dermatophytoses... CONCLUSION: TET synergistically enhanced the clinical efficacy of topical KZC

Comparative evaluation of ketoconazole tablet and topical ketoconazole 2% in orabase in treatment of Candida-infected denture stomatitis. [2010.03.01]
CONCLUSION: Topical ketoconazole 2% in orabase can be useful in managing denture stomatitis. This topical medication has fewer side effects, whereas systemic administration of ketoconazole tablet is associated with some complications. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The application of topical ketoconazole 2% in orabase ointment can be considered in the treatment of denture stomatitis and has comparable efficacy with the ketoconazole tablet.

Comparative efficacy and tolerability of Ketomousse (ketoconazole foam 1%) and ketoconazole cream 2% in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor: results of a prospective, multicentre, randomised study. [2008.11]
Ketomousse (K), a new thermophobic formulation (ketoconazole 1%), has proven its efficacy in the treatment of dandruff, caused by the same agent as pityriasis versicolor (PV). The objective of this study was to compare the efficacy and tolerability of K thermophobic foam vs...

A novel foam formulation of ketoconazole 2% for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis on multiple body regions. [2007.10]
BACKGROUND: A novel topical foam formulation of ketoconazole has been developed for use on the scalp, body, and face. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of twice-daily treatment with ketoconazole 2% foam for seborrheic dermatitis on the scalp, body, and face... CONCLUSION: Ketoconazole foam 2% is a safe, effective, and versatile formulation for use on the scalp, body, and face for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in patients aged 12 years or older.

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