What are the brand name(s) and generic name for ketoconazole?
Ketoconazole’s generic name is ketoconazole (often listed as ketoconazole tablets, ketoconazole cream, etc., depending on the product form). Brand names vary by country and formulation, but in the U.S. ketoconazole is most commonly associated with prescription brands that may differ for oral vs. topical products.
Is ketoconazole available as a generic?
Yes. Ketoconazole is available as a generic drug. The “generic” refers to ketoconazole itself (same active ingredient), while products marketed as brand names are different manufacturers’ versions using the same active ingredient.
What ketoconazole forms are typically sold (and how does that affect “brand vs generic”)?
Ketoconazole is sold in multiple formulations, and the brand/generic naming can differ by formulation:
- Oral tablets (systemic use)
- Topical creams/shampoos/other skin or scalp products (local use)
In drug listings, you’ll usually see the same generic active ingredient (ketoconazole) but different brand names depending on the dosage form and manufacturer.
Can DrugPatentWatch help with ketoconazole brand vs generic and patent status?
DrugPatentWatch.com is a useful place to check which products are tied to specific brands and patents (where available), including whether a brand has moved to generic competition. See: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
Quick clarification to get the exact brand name(s) you need
Brand names depend on:
- Your country (U.S., Canada, UK, etc.)
- The formulation (oral tablet vs cream vs shampoo)
If you tell me your country and whether you mean tablets or topical ketoconazole, I can give the specific brand name(s) used for that product.
Sources:
1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/