Nizoral 1% · Ketoconazole · Mild dandruff and maintenance
Nizoral Anti-dandruff Shampoo 1%
US over-the-counter medicine · Every 3–4 days · 200 or 400 ml
The maintenance strength: ketoconazole 1%, the US over-the-counter Nizoral by Kramer Laboratories, for the flaking, scaling and itching that come with dandruff. Lather, rinse, repeat, every 3–4 days for up to 8 weeks, then only as often as you need. It controls dandruff. It is not a hair loss treatment.
- 1% ketoconazole, 10 mg/ml
- Every 3–4 days, up to 8 weeks
- 200 ml ≈ 20 washes, 400 ml ≈ 40
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What it does well
- Ketoconazole 1%, the antifungal that targets the Malassezia yeast behind dandruff
- For flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff, as the US label puts it
- Every 3–4 days for up to 8 weeks, then as needed; your usual shampoo and conditioner on the other days
- Same formula in the 200 ml and the 400 ml; the 400 ml covers a course plus months of maintenance
- Adults and children from 12; made in Canada for Kramer Laboratories
What it is not
- Not a hair loss treatment and not something that regrows hair
- Not the treatment strength: for persistent or heavy flaking, the 2% is the stronger option
How to use it
Wet the hair thoroughly, apply, work up a generous lather, rinse, and repeat. Use every 3–4 days, about twice a week, for up to 8 weeks, then only as often as needed to keep dandruff under control. The US label gives no leave-on time; 3–5 minutes before rinsing is a sensible habit. Stop and see a doctor if a rash appears or if the scalp has not improved after 2–4 weeks.
- Ketoconazole 1%
- US OTC medicine
- Age 12+
- Lather, rinse, repeat
- 200 ml or 400 ml
- Read the label
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Nizoral Anti-dandruff Shampoo 1%
The maintenance strength: ketoconazole 1%, the US over-the-counter Nizoral by Kramer Laboratories, for the flaking, scaling and itching that come with dandruff. Lather, rinse, repeat, every 3–4 days for up to 8 weeks, then only as often as you need. It controls dandruff. It is not a hair loss treatment.
What it does well
- Ketoconazole 1%, the antifungal that targets the Malassezia yeast behind dandruff
- For flaking, scaling and itching associated with dandruff, as the US label puts it
- Every 3–4 days for up to 8 weeks, then as needed; your usual shampoo and conditioner on the other days
- Same formula in the 200 ml and the 400 ml; the 400 ml covers a course plus months of maintenance
- Adults and children from 12; made in Canada for Kramer Laboratories
What to expect
- First washes: Many people notice less itching and fewer flakes within the first one or two washes.
- 2–4 weeks: Flaking should be clearly under control. If not, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.
- After 8 weeks: Switch to as-needed use. Most people keep an occasional maintenance wash.
The honest part
- Not a hair loss treatment: The label covers dandruff. Ketoconazole and hair has only small, old studies behind it, and we do not make the claim.
- Minoxidil: the right order: Wash with Nizoral, rinse, let the scalp dry, then apply minoxidil to the dry scalp. The problem is washing after minoxidil, not before it.
- It can feel drying: About half of the reviews that mention hydration mention dryness. Follow with your usual conditioner and do not wash more often than the label says. Colour changes are a rare listed side effect of ketoconazole shampoos, so we make no colour-safe claim.
Shipping:
Orders placed before 23:00 (UK time) on a business day are usually dispatched the same day. Standard delivery takes 5–8 business days, depending on the country. Shipping costs €5.99 and is free on orders from €80 (or the equivalent in your currency). As soon as your order ships, you receive a confirmation e-mail with a tracking link.
Returns:
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If, for any reason, you are not satisfied with a product purchased from us, you have the right to return it within 30 days of receipt for a refund or exchange. Please keep the following points in mind:
- The returned product must be in the same condition as when you received it, including all original packaging and labels.
- Returns must be approved in advance. Please contact us to arrange a return and receive the necessary instructions.
- Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless the product is defective or does not match the description.
- Once we have received and inspected the returned product, we will process the refund or ship a replacement product, depending on your preference.
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120-day satisfaction guarantee:
Separately from the 30-day right of return above, every order is covered by our 120-day satisfaction guarantee. Hair regrowth takes 3 to 6 months, so you get time to judge the results properly.
What it is not
- Not a hair loss treatment and not something that regrows hair
- Not the treatment strength: for persistent or heavy flaking, the 2% is the stronger option
Sources and warnings
US over-the-counter medicine: read the label before use. For external use only; not on broken or inflamed skin; avoid the eyes; if pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a doctor first. Not a hair loss treatment. Keep out of reach of children. ¹ Go IH et al. Mycoses 1992;35:103-5.


