How does Nizoral shampoo work?

Nizoral 2% shampoo contains the active ingredient ketoconazole, which is a type of medicine called an antifungal. Ketoconazole kills fungi and yeasts by causing holes to appear in their cell membranes, allowing essential constituents of the cells to leak out. It kills the Pityrosporum yeast that is causing the skin problem. Like other shampoos, Nizoral shampoo also contains ingredients to clean your hair.

How to use

• Wet hair.
• Apply a small amount to scalp. Work into a lather.
• For best results leave on scalp for 3-5 minutes.
• Rinse thoroughly. For the first 2 to 4 weeks : use every 3 or 4 days.
• Use once every 1 or 2 weeks to prevent dandruff from coming back.

What are the side effects of Nizoral shampoo?

Uncommon side effects

• Skin reactions such as a burning sensation, redness, irritation or itching.
• Rash.
• Dry skin.
• Change in how your hair feels.
• Hair loss.
• Inflammation of the hair follicles (folliculitis).

Rare side effects

• Skin blistering or peeling.
• Allergic inflammation of the skin (contact dermatitis).
• Acne.