Ketoconazole Foam
Generic Name: ketoconazole foam
Brand Names:
Ketoconazole
11 DESCRIPTION Ketoconazole foam, 2% contains 2% ketoconazole USP, an antifungal agent, in a thermolabile hydroethanolic foam for topical application. The chemical name for ketoconazole is piperazine, 1-acetyl-4-[4-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl) -2-(1 H -imidazol-l-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy]phenyl]-, cis - with the molecular formula C 26 H 28 Cl 2 N 4 O 4 and a molecular weight of 531.43.
Overview
11 DESCRIPTION Ketoconazole foam, 2% contains 2% ketoconazole USP, an antifungal agent, in a thermolabile hydroethanolic foam for topical application. The chemical name for ketoconazole is piperazine, 1-acetyl-4-[4-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl) -2-(1 H -imidazol-l-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy]phenyl]-, cis - with the molecular formula C 26 H 28 Cl 2 N 4 O 4 and a molecular weight of 531.43.
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ketoconazole foam, 2% is indicated for the topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older. Limitations of Use Safety and efficacy of ketoconazole foam for treatment of fungal infections have not been established. Ketoconazole foam, 2% is indicated for topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older ( 1 ). Limitations of Use Safety and efficacy of ketoconazole foam for treatment of fungal infections have not been established.
Dosage
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Ketoconazole foam, 2% should be applied to the affected area(s) twice daily for four weeks. Hold the container upright, and dispense ketoconazole foam, 2% into the cap of the can or other cool surface in an amount sufficient to cover the affected area(s). Dispensing directly onto hands is not recommended, as the foam will begin to melt immediately upon contact with warm skin. Pick up small amounts of ketoconazole foam, 2% with the fingertips, and gently massage into the affected area(s) until the foam disappears. For hair-bearing areas, part the hair, so that ketoconazole foam, 2% may be applied directly to the skin (rather than on the hair). Avoid contact with the eyes and other mucous membranes.
Side Effects
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions observed in clinical studies (incidence > 1%) were application site burning and application site reaction ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Xiromed, LLC at 844-XIROMED (844-947-6633) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug, and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The adverse reaction information from clinical trials does, however, provide a basis for identifying the adverse reactions that appear to be related to drug use and for approximating rates.
Warnings
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Ketoconazole foam, 2% may result in contact sensitization, including photoallergenicity ( 5.1 , 6.2 ). • The contents of ketoconazole foam, 2% are flammable. Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following application. ( 5.2 ). 5.1 Contact Sensitization Ketoconazole foam, 2% may result in contact sensitization, including photoallergenicity [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . 5.2 Flammable Contents The contents of ketoconazole foam, 2% include alcohol and propane/butane, which are flammable. Avoid fire, flame and/or smoking during and immediately following application. Do not puncture and/or incinerate the containers. Do not expose containers to heat and/or store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None.
Pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ketoconazole foam, 2% use in pregnant women to identify a drug‑associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. No reproductive studies in animals have been performed with ketoconazole foam, 2%. In animal reproduction studies with pregnant mice, rats and rabbits both embryotoxic and developmental effects (structural abnormalities) were observed following oral dosing of ketoconazole during organogenesis.
Storage
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Ketoconazole foam, 2% contains 20 mg of ketoconazole, USP per gram. The thermolabile hydroethanolic foam is available as follows: NDC 70700-160-19 50 g aluminum can NDC 70700-160-20 100 g aluminum can Store at 20 ° to 25 ° C (68 ° to 77 ° F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Do not store under refrigerated conditions. Contents are flammable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ketoconazole Foam used for?▼
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ketoconazole foam, 2% is indicated for the topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older. Limitations of Use Safety and efficacy of ketoconazole foam for treatment of fungal infections have not been established. Ketoconazole foam, 2% is indicated for topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older ( 1 ). Limitations of Use Safety and efficacy of ketoconazole foam for treatment of fungal infections have not been established.
What are the side effects of Ketoconazole Foam?▼
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions observed in clinical studies (incidence > 1%) were application site burning and application site reaction ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Xiromed, LLC at 844-XIROMED (844-947-6633) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug, and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The adverse reaction information from clinical trials does, however, provide a basis for identifying the adverse reactions that appear to be related to drug use and for approximating rates.
Can I take Ketoconazole Foam during pregnancy?▼
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on ketoconazole foam, 2% use in pregnant women to identify a drug‑associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. No reproductive studies in animals have been performed with ketoconazole foam, 2%. In animal reproduction studies with pregnant mice, rats and rabbits both embryotoxic and developmental effects (structural abnormalities) were observed following oral dosing of ketoconazole during organogenesis.
What are the important warnings for Ketoconazole Foam?▼
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Ketoconazole foam, 2% may result in contact sensitization, including photoallergenicity ( 5.1 , 6.2 ). • The contents of ketoconazole foam, 2% are flammable. Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following application. ( 5.2 ). 5.1 Contact Sensitization Ketoconazole foam, 2% may result in contact sensitization, including photoallergenicity [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . 5.2 Flammable Contents The contents of ketoconazole foam, 2% include alcohol and propane/butane, which are flammable. Avoid fire, flame and/or smoking during and immediately following application. Do not puncture and/or incinerate the containers. Do not expose containers to heat and/or store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C). 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None.
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