Ornika 2% Shampoo

Ornika Shampoo contains ketoconazole, an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment and prevention of dandruff and flaky scalp. Ketoconazole binds to the fungal cell membrane and inhibits its growth by altering the permeability of cell membranes.

Ornika Shampoo should be used as advised by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

As Ornika Shampoo is only for external use, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you miss applying Ornika Shampoo, apply it the next time you wash your hair. Do not over apply the shampoo just to compensate for the missed application.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Ketoconazole is an antifungal medicine. Dandruff is caused by a fungus Malassezia residing on the scalp. It inhibits the growth of fungus and yeasts by altering the permeability of fungal cell membranes. Hence, it prevents the growth of fungus and yeast. It results in the death of a fungal cell.

Directions for Use

• Wet your hair and scalp well with water. Apply enough shampoo and gently massage it over your entire scalp. Keep it for 5-10 mins before rinsing off. Rinse your hair and scalp with water.
• Ornika Shampoo may be irritating to mucous membranes of the eyes and contact with this area should be avoided.
• If Ornika Shampoo does get into the eyes, they should be bathed gently with cold water.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Ornika Shampoo during pregnancy?

Ornika Shampoo should not be used during pregnancy unless considered necessary by your doctor. Do not use without consulting your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Ornika Shampoo while breastfeeding?

Use of Ornika Shampoo by the mother poses little or no risk to the breastfed infant.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Ornika Shampoo?

The use of Ornika Shampoo does not impact your driving abilities.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I am using Ornika Shampoo?

Avoid the use of alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• Your skin condition doesn't improve, become worse or if you experience any side effects.
• Take precautions to ensure the shampoo does not get into your eyes. If it does, wash your eyes with cold water gently.
• If you are applying any steroid creams, gradually decrease the application over 2-3 weeks. Suddenly stopping it is not advised as it may worsen your skin problems.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any other contents of this medicine

Side effects

• Dry hair
• Skin burning sensation
• Thinning of the hair
• Change of hair texture

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

If you were on any steroid creams for a prolonged time, it is recommended to withdraw it over 2-3 weeks, while using Ornika Shampoo, to prevent worsening of an underlying condition.

Storage and disposal

• Store the Ornika Shampoo in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture and direct light.
• Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How to use Ornika Shampoo?

Wet your hair and scalp well with water. Apply enough shampoo and gently massage it over your entire scalp. Rinse your hair and scalp with water

Is Ornika Shampoo good for hair?

Dandruff makes your hair brittle and causes hair to fall. Ornika Shampoo will help you to get rid of dandruff.

Does Ornika Shampoo work on severe dandruff?

Ornika Shampoo is effective in controlling mild, moderate and severe dandruff. It also reduces flaking, scaling and itching.