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A member asked:

I have ketoconazole shampoo from two years ago for a fungi rash, it came back. is it okay to still use the shampoo?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Below: Look at the expiration date. IF it is past that date, it will not be effective.

Dr Phelan-adams and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Details matter: Do you have tinea versicolor? How do you use the shampoo? No harm in using it . It will be effective for several years after the expiration date. How effective last time? If it works well, consider using daily in the shower for several years.

Answered 7/3/2016

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