Scientific Name

• Ketoconazole

Category Of Vavo Shampoo

• Anti Dandruf

Mechanism Of Action Of Ketoconazole

• Ketoconazole is an imidazole antifungal agent used in the prevention and treatment of a variety of fungal infections.

• It functions by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol, the fungal equivalent of cholesterol, thereby increasing membrane fluidity and preventing growth of the fungus.

Therapeutic Indications Of Vavo Shampoo

• Vavo Shampoo is used as a treatment to get rid of dandruff, psoriasis, yeast infections, itchy scalp, seborrheic dermatitis and other skin infections.

Method Of Administration Of Vavo Shampoo

• Shampoo twice a week for a month, then once a week for a month, and then once every two weeks if necessary.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Vavo Shampoo

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

• hair discoloration and abnormal hair texture, itching, skin burning sensation, contact dermatitis, hypersensitivity, angioedema, alopecia, rash, urticaria.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Vavo Shampoo

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advices

• Do not over-wash your hair so as not to damage the scalp cells, and also do not space between periods so as not to form a layer of dandruff. It is preferable to shower and wash hair twice a week in the winter.
• Stay away from cosmetics that contain synthetic oils in general, because they contain a large amount of fat, which accumulates on the skin and causes dandruff.
• When washing your hair, rub the scalp with your fingers to make sure the dandruff is removed.

Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking Vavo Shampoo

• lf you experience sensitiνity or irritation when applying this medicine, stop using it and tell your doctor.