Theraplex Z Alternatives Compared
| Theraplex Z (pyrithione zinc) | Ketoconazole topical | Nizoral Shampoo (ketoconazole) |
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| Theraplex Z (pyrithione zinc) | Ketoconazole topical | Nizoral Shampoo (ketoconazole) |
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Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Seborrheic Dermatitis, Dandruff. Theraplex Z may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription and OTC
Prescribed for Seborrheic Dermatitis, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Androgenetic Alopecia, Dandruff, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Pedis, Tinea Versicolor. Ketoconazole topical may also be used for... View more |
Prescription and OTC
Prescribed for Dandruff. Nizoral Shampoo may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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Ketoconazole topical has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 43 ratings on Drugs.com. 63% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 24% reported a negative effect. |
Nizoral Shampoo has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 2 ratings on Drugs.com. 50% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 0% reported a negative effect. |
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Lower cost generic |
Lower cost generic approved | ||||||||
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| Other pyrithione zinc brands include: Aveeno Nourish + Dandruff Control, Beta Med, Dermazinc, DermaZinc Shampoo, DHS Zinc, Head & Shoulders, Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp, Head & Shoulders Men Advanced, Head & Shoulders Old Spice, Neutrogena T/Gel Daily Control, Pert Shampoo and Conditioner, Selsun Blue Conditioner, Selsun Blue Full & Thick, Selsun Blue Itchy Dry Scalp, Selsun Blue Sensitive Scalp, Vanicream Z-Bar, Zincon, ZNP Bar View more | Extina, Ketodan, Kuric, Nizoral A-D, Nizoral Shampoo, Nizoral Topical, Xolegel | Other ketoconazole brands include: Extina, Ketodan, Kuric, Nizoral A-D, Nizoral Topical, Xolegel | ||||||||
| Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||||||||||
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| CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||||||||||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Category N
Not classified
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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| Drug Interactions | ||||||||||
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No known drug interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known drug interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known drug interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| Disease Interactions | ||||||||||
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No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| First Approval Date | ||||||||||
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December 31, 1985 |
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