Ketoconazole Tablets and Propecia

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

Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication that is used to treat certain infections caused by fungus.

ketoconazole 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.

Ketoconazole 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.

Ketoconazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: finasteride
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Propecia, Proscar

Propecia prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body.

Propecia is used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss on the vertex and the anterior mid-scalp area. Male pattern hair loss is a common condition in which men experience thinning of the hair on the scalp. Often, this results in a receding hairline and/or balding on the top of the head. Propecia is for use by men only and should not be used by women or children.

Propecia may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.