Kona (Ketoconazole) Product Series

Kona is an antifungal medication available in various forms to treat skin, scalp, and systemic fungal infections. 

📋 Indications & Usage

•  Shampoo: Treats dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis, and pityriasis versicolor. 
•  Cream: Treats athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis). 
•  Tablet: Used for serious or deep fungal infections in the mouth, skin, nails, or internal systems when topical treatment fails. 
•  Medicated Bar: Indicated for all kinds of body fungus. 

🥄 Dosage & Administration

• Shampoo: Apply to wet scalp, lather, and leave for 5 minutes before rinsing. 
  • Treatment: 2 times weekly for 2–4 weeks. 
  • Prevention: Once every 1–2 weeks. 
• Cream: Apply to the affected area 1–2 times daily. Usually used for 1–4 weeks depending on the infection. 
• Tablet: Adults usually take 1 tablet (200 mg) daily with food. For vaginal yeast infections, 1 tablet twice daily for 5 days. 
• Bar: Rub on the body, leave for 4–5 minutes, then rinse. 

⚠️ Safety & Side Effects

• Side Effects:
  • Topical: Burning sensation, itching, or redness at the application site. 
  • Tablet: Nausea, headache, stomach pain, or vomiting. 
• Contraindications: Do not use if you have a known allergy to Ketoconazole. 
• Liver Health (Tablets): For those taking tablets, monitor for signs of liver issues (yellow eyes/skin, dark urine). 
• Pregnancy/Lactation: Shampoo and cream are generally safe.Tablet users should NOT breastfeed.

📦 Storage

• Store below 25°C in a dry place. 
• Keep away from light and out of reach of children. 🚫👶