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A 29-year-old male asked:

Can i use nizoral (ketoconazole) 2% shampoo to treat tinea versicolor on my face ? if yes how ?

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Dr. Oscar Novickanswered

Pediatrics 59 years experience

Yes: Apply to face and leave on for10-15 minutes, then wash away.

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Dr. Yash Khannaanswered

Family Medicine 58 years experience

Yes you can: Appply on your face twice a day where the rash is.

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Last updated Sep 15, 2018

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