Introduction

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is a synthetic antifungal medication used to treat a wide variety of fungal infections. It is available as an oral tablet, topical cream, and topical solution, as well as a generic form.

Uses

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is used to treat various fungal infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections of the skin, scalp, mouth, and nails. It is also used to treat fungal infections of the brain and spinal cord caused by Candida (yeast).
Brand Name Dancel
Type Tablet
Weight 200 mg
Generic Ketoconazole
Manufacturer Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Available in English বাংলা

Mechanism of Action

Dancel Tablet 200 mg inhibits fungal growth by interfering with the fungal cell membrane. It also affects the activity of certain enzymes. These actions stop the spread of the fungal infection.

How Long Does Dancel Tablet 200 mg Take to Work?

Dancel Tablet 200 mg usually begins to work within a few days, depending on the severity and location of the infection. It may take up to several weeks of continuous treatment before infections are completely healed.

Absorption

Dancel Tablet 200 mg can be absorbed either orally or through topical treatments. Oral absorption is rapid, while topical absorption is slower.

Route of Elimination

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is eliminated from the body through bile in the feces and urine.

Dosage

Shampoo: The affected areas of the skin or the scalp should be washed with ketoconazole 2% shampoo, which should be left on the skin/scalp for 3 to 5 minutes before rinsing.

Treatment:
  • Pityriasis versicolor: Once daily for 5 days.
  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis and pityriasis capitis: Twice weekly for 2 to 4 weeks.
Prophylaxis:
  • Pityriasis versicolor: Once daily for 3 days during a single treatment course before the summer.
  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis and pityriasis capitis: Once every 1 or 2 weeks.
Cream:
  • Tinea pedis: Ketoconazole cream should be applied to the affected areas twice daily. The usual duration of treatment for mild infections is 1 week. For more severe or extensive infections (e.g. involving the sole or sides of the feet) treatment should be continued until a few days after all signs and symptoms have disappeared in order to prevent relapse.
  • For other infections: Ketoconazole cream should be applied to the affected areas once or twice daily, depending on the severity of the infection. The treatment should be continued until a few days after the disappearance of all signs and symptoms. The usual duration of treatment is: tinea versicolor 2-3 weeks, tinea corporis 3-4 weeks. The diagnosis should be reconsidered if no clinical improvement is noted after 4 weeks. General measures in regard to hygiene should be observed to control sources of infection or reinfection. Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a chronic condition and relapse is highly likely.
Tablet:
  • Vaginal candidiasis: 1 tablet (200 mg) tablet twice daily for 5 days.
  • All other indications: 1 tablet (200 mg) once daily until at least one week after the symptoms have disappeared and the cultures have become negative.
Duration of Treatment-
  • Pityriasis versicolor: 1 to 6 weeks
  • Dermatomycoses: 2 to 8 weeks
  • Onychomycoses: 1 to 12 months
  • Mycoses of hair and scalp: 1 to 2 months
  • Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis : 1 to 12 months
  • Oral mycoses: 5 to 10 days
  • Systemic candidiasis: 1 to 2 months
  • Paracoccidioidomycosis,histoplasmosis
  • and other systemic mycosis: 1 month to 2 years
Ketoconazole bar: Body Fungus: rub gently on the overall body to produce lather. Leave for 4-5 minutes. Rinse of thoroughly with water. The dosage of ketoconazole depends on the condition being treated and other factors such as age and weight. The dosage can range from 200mg to 400mg taken orally once per day for up to two weeks, or as instructed by your doctor. 

Administration

Dancel Tablet 200 mg can be taken orally with or without food. Topical forms of the medication should be applied as instructed by your doctor.

Side Effects

The most common side effects of ketoconazole include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and rash. Severe side effects may include liver injury, low blood sugar, and increased risk of fungal infection.

Toxicity

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is generally considered to have low to moderate toxicity. However, in high doses for long periods of time, it can cause liver damage and other adverse effects.

Precautions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg should not be used by people with liver disease, kidney disease, or low blood sugar. It should also not be used by pregnant or nursing women, or people who are taking immunosuppressive drugs.

Interactions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg can interact with other medications and supplements, so it’s important to tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking.

Disease Interactions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg may worsen conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and kidney disease. It can also interact negatively with medications used to treat these conditions.

Drug Interactions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg can interact with other medications, so it’s important to tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking.

Food Interactions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg can interact with certain foods, so it’s important to tell your doctor about all foods and supplements you are taking.

Pregnancy Use

Dancel Tablet 200 mg should not be used during pregnancy, as it can cause harm to the developing baby.

Lactation Use

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is not recommended for use in nursing mothers, as it can pass into breast milk and cause harm to a nursing infant.

Acute Overdose

If an overdose occurs, contact a poison control center immediately. Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and drowsiness.

Contraindication

Dancel Tablet 200 mg is contraindicated in people who have liver disease, kidney disease, low blood sugar, or who are taking immunosuppressant drugs.

Directions for Use

Dancel Tablet 200 mg should be used as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

Storage Conditions

Dancel Tablet 200 mg should be stored at room temperature and kept away from light.

Volume of Distribution

Dancel Tablet 200 mg has an average volume of distribution of 11–16 L/kg.

Half-Life

The half-life of ketoconazole is approximately 3–5 hours.

Clearance

Dancel Tablet 200 mg has a clearance rate of 14–27 L/hr/kg.

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