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Compare Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

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  • Exelderm (sulconazole)
    Ketoconazole cream
  • Exelderm (sulconazole)
    Ketoconazole cream

  • Summary of Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Exelderm (sulconazole) is an antifungal medication that works well to treat adults with common fungal skin infections like athlete's foot, jock itch and ringworm. It comes as a cream and topical solution that you apply to the affected area(s) once or twice a day. Side effects aren't common, but can include itching, burning, and stinging. The medication is available in brand and generic versions.

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Ketoconazole cream is an antifungal medication. It's used to treat different types of fungal skin infections, including ringworm and yeast skin infections. Ketoconazole cream is approved for adults only. It's typically applied onto the skin once or twice a day. Most people have very few side effects, like itching and stinging where the cream is applied.

  • Indications of Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

    Indications for
    •Athlete's foot - cream only
    •Jock itch
    •Body ringworm
    •Tinea versicolor (fungal skin infection that causes skin color changes)
    Indications for
    •Ringworm
    •Jock itch
    •Athlete's foot
    •Tinea versicolor (a fungal infection that causes discolored patches on the skin)
    •Seborrheic dermatitis
    •Yeast infection on the skin (caused by Candida)

  • Pros and Cons of Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Generally well tolerated with few side effects
    •Available as a topical cream and solution
    •Can be used once or twice a day
    Cons
    •Can cause itching, burning, or stinging
    •Can be messy to apply
    •Not known whether it's safe to use for children
    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Can treat many different kinds of fungal skin infections
    •Skin usually starts improving shortly after you start using the cream
    •Applied directly to the affected area(s)
    •Has few side effects
    Cons
    •Must use for at least 2 weeks (depends on the type of infection)
    •Not available over the counter
    •Some creams have sulfites, which can cause allergic reactions in certain people
    •Not known if safe for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Common Side Effects of Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

    Common Side Effects for
    •Itching (1-3%)
    •Burning or stinging (1-3%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Itchiness (5%)
    •Skin irritation (5%)
    •Stinging (5%)

  • Warnings of Exelderm vs. Ketoconazole

    Common Side Effects for
    •For external use only
    Common Side Effects for
    •Allergic reaction

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