Antivenin (Latrodectus mactans) and Nizoral

• Generic Name: antivenin (black widow spider)
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Black widow spider antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as immunizing agents. It is used to treat patients with serious symptoms caused by the bites of the black widow spider.

Antivenin (latrodectus mactans) is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

• Generic Name: ketoconazole
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Nizoral

Nizoral (ketoconazole) is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Nizoral is not for use in treating fungal infections of the fingernails or toenails. This medicine is also not for use in treating prostate cancer or Cushing syndrome.

Nizoral should be used only when you cannot use other antifungal medications. Ketoconazole can cause serious harm to your liver that may result in liver transplant or cause death.