Your doctor will perform blood tests to make sure you do not have conditions that would prevent you from safely using ketoconazole.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
You may need to use this medicine for up to 6 months.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Ketoconazole will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
While using ketoconazole, you may need frequent blood tests to check your liver function.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
 Detailed Ketoconazole dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
