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Shampoo Keto plus for dandruff
Last reviewed: 04.04.2024
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Dandruff, although not fatal, is very unpleasant. Your own self-esteem suffers from it, it causes discomfort, you cannot hide it from strangers. Our skin cells are constantly being renewed, including those in the scalp. This process is practically not noticeable until the body receives a certain push and there is an increase in the rate of exfoliation of skin scales. To overcome seborrhea will help special remedies for washing your hair, one of which is Keto shampoo plus for dandruff. [1]
Indications Shampoo Keto plus for dandruff
It is necessary to resort to therapeutic shampoo after consultation with a trichologist. Indications for the appointment of therapy are 2 types of symptoms. With dry seborrhea is:
- the appearance of numerous dry scales, covering the entire surface of the head under the hair with a thin layer, falling on clothes;
- the presence of foci of redness;
- itching and irritation of certain areas;
- dullness, brittle hair, bifurcation of their tips.
Symptoms of oily dandruff are:
- hair as if soaked in oil;
- curls are rough and hard;
- greasy yellowish flakes at the base of the hair, between the strands, on the shoulders;
- the appearance of pustules is possible.
Release form
Shampoo Keto plus thick consistency, pink, packaged in a white plastic bottle, expanding to the bottom, with a narrow neck, a dispenser is not provided. It displays all the information about the product, recommendations for use.
Packed in a cardboard box, country of origin - India. It lathers well and is economical. The smell confirms its therapeutic purpose, but does not remain for a long time, it quickly disappears.
Pharmacodynamics
The mechanism of action of the shampoo is determined by its active substances:
- ketoconazole - an antifungal drug; by influencing the membrane of fungi that cause seborrhea, it changes their lipid composition, which destroys their cells; [2]. [3]. [4]
- zinc pyrithione - inhibits the growth of certain types of fungi. [5], [6]
As a result of the use of the product, peeling stops, itching is eliminated, irritation subsides.
Pharmacokinetics
The listed active substances, when applied externally, do not penetrate into the general bloodstream and do not have any effect on our internal organs and systems.
Dosing and administration
Before applying the shampoo, the hair is wetted. The bottle is shaken, a small amount of the product is applied to the head, lathered and left in the hair for 5 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly with warm water.
The treatment course lasts 2-4 weeks, during which the shampoo is applied every 3-4 days. Subsequently, one wash every half a month is enough to prevent dandruff.
Tests on children have not been conducted, so the appropriateness of application to children should be decided by the doctor.
Use Shampoo Keto plus for dandruff during pregnancy
It is undesirable to use the drug during childbearing and breastfeeding, unless there is a situation where the benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.
Contraindications
Keto plus shampoo is not used in case of hypersensitivity to the main and auxiliary substances used in its production.
Side effects Shampoo Keto plus for dandruff
Possible local reactions to the use of detergent:
- burning of the scalp;
- skin irritation;
- redness;
- increased peeling;
- change in the structure of the hair;
- dropping out;
- swelling of the eyelids;
- eye irritation.
Overdose
External use excludes an overdose of active substances. Accidental ingestion and ingestion will not cause significant harm to health and the need for gastric lavage.
Interactions with other drugs
Shampoo Keto plus is not recommended for use simultaneously with other dermatological preparations-glucocorticosteroids. Other interactions are unlikely.
Storage conditions
The bathroom is quite suitable for storing hair wash, as long as the temperature does not exceed +25 0 C and there is no access for children.
Shelf life
The shampoo is suitable for use within 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Analogues
Keto plus is just one of the many medicated shampoos aimed at combating seborrheic dermatitis. On the pharmaceutical market, you can find a lot of similar products and here are their names:
- sulsen based on selenium disulfide - regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands, destroys the nutrient medium for fungi;
- nizoral , sebozol, dermazol (ketoconazole) - has a detrimental effect on a wide range of pathogens;
- algopix (salicylic acid, tar) - kill fungi, degrease the skin.
Reviews
According to the reviews of people who treated Keto plus seborrhea, the shampoo "works". A clear result is seen already in the middle of the course. If you do not forget to periodically use it for prevention, then you can get a neat head for a long time and forget about dandruff problems. The price of the drug is quite acceptable (60 ml for 80-100 UAH), enough for an average of six months.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Shampoo Keto plus for dandruff" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.