Keteen Dusting Powder is used to treat fungal skin infections. The detailed uses of Keteen Dusting Powder are as follows:<ul><li>Treatment of fungal infections: Keteen Dusting Powder treats various fungal skin infections, including ringworm, athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and body ringworm (tinea corporis).</li><li>Clears dandruff: Manages dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis when used on the scalp or affected areas.</li><li>Relieves symptoms of fungal infections: Relieves symptoms like itching, redness, flaking, and irritation associated with fungal infections.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Keteen Dusting Powder is an antifungal medicine primarily used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections, including ringworm, jock itch, athlete’s foot, and pityriasis (a skin condition causing scaly, discoloured patches on the body).
It is also effective in managing dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
Keteen Dusting Powder works by disrupting the fungal cell membrane, an essential structure that protects the fungal cells. By damaging this membrane, Keteen Dusting Powder kills the fungus, thereby helping to eliminate the infection.
Regular use of Keteen Dusting Powder provides relief from symptoms such as itching of the skin, scaling, flaking, redness and inflammation caused by fungal infections.
Keteen Dusting Powder helps restore healthy skin and prevents the recurrence of fungal conditions with consistent use.

FAQs

What is the use of Keteen Dusting Powder?

Keteen Dusting Powder is used to treat fungal skin infections.

How does Keteen Dusting Powder work?

Keteen Dusting Powder works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills fungi and treats the infection.

Does fungal infections spread from person to person?

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person, as it can also spread the infection.

How long should I use Keteen Dusting Powder?

You are recommended to use Keteen Dusting Powder for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition worsens or persists after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment with Keteen Dusting Powder, please consult a doctor.

Can I stop using Keteen Dusting Powder on my own?

You are not recommended to stop using Keteen Dusting Powder without consulting your doctor, as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, use Keteen Dusting Powder for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Keteen Dusting Powder, please consult your doctor.

What are the side effects of Keteen Dusting Powder?

Common side effects of Keteen Dusting Powder include itching, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.