Quick answers
- What is Ketoconazole used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Anti-Dandruff (Guangzhou ChuanMa International Trading Co., Ltd.) lists these uses: For best results, follow these steps carefully:lukewarm water. 1.Wet hair and scalp thoroughly with 2.Applya sufficient amount of shampooto generate a rich lather.3.Gently massage the lather into your scalp and hair. 4.Leave the lather on the scalp for 3-5medication to work effectively.5.Rinse thoroughly with water. minutes. This contact time is crucialfor the.
- Do I need a prescription for Ketoconazole?
- No, the products on this page are sold without a prescription. Other products with the same active ingredient need a prescription (often a higher strength or another form): see the prescription page.
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredient, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Ketoconazole been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Also sold by prescription (often at a higher strength or in another form): Ketoconazole — prescription medicine
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
Anti-Dandruff · Guangzhou ChuanMa International Trading Co., Ltd.
Ketoconazole 1%, shampoo (topical)
Active ingredient
Purpose Ketoconazole 1% w/w....Anti-dandruff shampoo
Purpose
Relieves ItchingControls FlakingScalp Clarifying Seborrheic Dermatitis Care
Uses
For best results, follow these steps carefully:lukewarm water. 1.Wet hair and scalp thoroughly with 2.Applya sufficient amount of shampooto generate a rich lather.3.Gently massage the lather into your scalp and hair. 4.Leave the lather on the scalp for 3-5medication to work effectively.5.Rinse thoroughly with water. minutes. This contact time is crucialfor the
Warnings
For external use only. Avoid contact witheyes. Ifcontact occurs, rinse thoroughlywithwater.
Keep out of reach of children
Directions
Use every 3-4 days for up to 8 weeks. Afterthat, use only asneeded to control dandruff.
Inactive ingredients
Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, CocamideDEA, Sodium Chloride, CocamidopropylBetaine, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate,Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-7 GlycerylCocoate,Aminopropyl Dimethicone,Hydroxypropyl GuarHydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, C12-13Pareth Lactate, CitricAcid, C11-15 Pareth-9,Trideceth-12, Sodium Benzoate.
— FDA label of Anti-Dandruff, Guangzhou ChuanMa International Trading Co., Ltd., effective September 5, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Nizoral · Kramer Laboratories
Ketoconazole 10 mg/mL, shampoo (topical)
Active ingredient
Purpose Ketoconazole 1% w/w Anti-dandruff shampoo
Purpose
Active ingredient Purpose Ketoconazole 1% w/w Anti-dandruff shampoo
Uses
controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
on scalp that is broken or inflamed if you are allergic to ingredients in this product
Stop use and ask a doctor if
rash appears condition worsens or does not improve in 2-4 weeks
When using this product
avoid contact with eyes if product gets into eyes, rinse thoroughly with water
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a doctor before use. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
| adults and children 12 years and over |
|
| children under 12 years |
|
Inactive ingredients
water, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, cocamide MEA, glycol distearate, benzyl alcohol, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, polyquaternium-7, tetrasodium EDTA, fragrance, sodium chloride, BHT, citric acid, sodium benzoate, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide, blue 1
Questions?
call 1-800-824-4894
— FDA label of Nizoral, Kramer Laboratories, effective August 21, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
KetoconClear Cream · Guangzhou Shunfei Network Technology Co., Ltd.
Ketoconazole 1%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Ketoconazole 1%
Purpose
Antifungal
Uses
Treats:
- Athlete's Foot
- Jock Itch
- Ringworm Helps relieve itching, burning, and discomfort associated with fungal skin conditions.
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- irritation occurs
- there is no improvement within 4 weeks for athlete's foot or ringworm, or within 2 weeks for jock itch
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Do not use
on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Ask Doctor Ask a doctor if irritation occurs or symptoms do not improve within the recommended time period. When Using
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes Stop Use
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- irritation occurs
- there is no improvement within 4 weeks for athlete's foot or ringworm, or within 2 weeks for jock itch Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Clean and dry affected area.<br>
- Apply a thin layer once daily or as directed by a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Water, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Sulfite, Polysorbate 80, Isopropyl Myristate.
Questions?
1-858-905-0218
— FDA label of KetoconClear Cream, Guangzhou Shunfei Network Technology Co., Ltd., effective August 31, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Anti-Fungal · Shenzhen Mengyue Technology Co., Ltd.
Ketoconazole 1 mg/100 mL, shampoo (topical)
Active ingredient
Ketoconazole 1%
Purpose
Anti-Fungal shampoo
Uses
controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- on scalp that is broken or inflamed - if you are allergic to ingredients in this product
When using this product
- avoid contact with eyes - if product gets into eyes,rinse thoroughly with water
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- rash appears - condition worsens or does not improve in 2-4 weeks
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a doctor before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed,get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
adults and children 12 years and over - wet hair thoroughly - apply shampoo, generously lather, rinse thoroughly.Repeat - use every 3-4 days for up to 8 weeks or as directed by a doctor.Then use only as needed to control dandruff children under 12 years - ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
blue l, citric acid, cocamide MEA. mentha Piperita Oil.glycol distearate, hydrochloric acid, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, polyquaternium-7.sodium benzoate, sodium chloride, sodium cocoyl sarcosinate, sodium hydroxide, tetrasodium EDTA, water
— FDA label of Anti-Fungal, Shenzhen Mengyue Technology Co., Ltd., effective January 15, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Gembooxt Ketoconazole 1% Medicated Shampoos · Guangdong Quadrant Ecological Technology Co., Ltd.
Ketoconazole 0.01 g/mL, liquid (topical)
Active ingredient
Ketoconazole 1%
Purpose
Anti-dandruff shampoo
Uses
Controls flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff
Warnings
For external use only. on scalp that is broken or inflamed. if you are allergic to ingredients in this product. When using this products. Avoid contact with eyes. lf contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a doctor before use. rash appears. condition worsens or does not improve in 2-4 weeks.
Keep out of reach of children
lf swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
For adults and children 12 years and older: 1. Wet hair thoroughly. 2. Apply shampoo, generously lather, rinse thoroughly. Repeat. 3. Use every 3-4 days for up to 8 weeks or as directed by a doctor.Then use only as needed to control dandruff. Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
WATER SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE WATER PARFUM GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE GLYCERYL LAURATE PHENOXYETHANOL WATER LAURYL LACTATE CITRIC ACID POLYQUATERNIUM-10 DISODIUM EDTA HYDROLYZED RHODOPHYCEAE EXTRACT BUTYLENE GLYCOL 1,2-HEXANEDIOL PENTYLENE GLYCOL PROPANEDIOL CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN BIOTIN POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
— FDA label of Gembooxt Ketoconazole 1% Medicated Shampoos, Guangdong Quadrant Ecological Technology Co., Ltd., effective August 27, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredient, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Ketoconazole 1% · shampoo (topical) · 7 products
Ketoconazole 10 mg/mL · shampoo (topical) · 3 products
Ketoconazole 1 mg/100 mg · liquid (topical) · 2 products
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Anti Dandruff | Guangdong Jiaoyu Biotechnology Co., Ltd | — |
| Anti Dandruff | Guangzhou Yilong Cosmetics., Ltd | — |
Ketoconazole 1% · cream (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| KetoconClear Cream | Guangzhou Shunfei Network Technology Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Ketoconazole 1 mg/100 mL · shampoo (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Fungal | Shenzhen Mengyue Technology Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Ketoconazole 0.01 g/mL · liquid (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Gembooxt Ketoconazole 1% Medicated Shampoos | Guangdong Quadrant Ecological Technology Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
Ketoconazole 1% · shampoo (cutaneous) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 1% Ketoconazole Anti Dandruff | Fast Sold LLC | DailyMed |
Ketoconazole 10 mg/1000 g · cream (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Tagrit Antifungal Treament Ketoconazole 1% | Tagrid LLC | DailyMed |
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Guangzhou ChuanMa International Trading Co., Ltd.5 products
- Kramer Laboratories3 products
- Tagrid LLC2 products
- Guangzhou Shunfei Network Technology Co., Ltd.1 product
- Sent From Earth1 product
- Guangdong Jiaoyu Biotechnology Co., Ltd1 product
- Shenzhen Mengyue Technology Co., Ltd.1 product
- Guangdong Quadrant Ecological Technology Co., Ltd.1 product
- Fast Sold LLC1 product
- Guangzhou Yilong Cosmetics., Ltd1 product
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.