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KETCHLO SHAMPOO
KETCHLO SHAMPOO
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About Product
Ketchalo Antifungal and Antiseptic Shampoo 200ml, brought to you by Vitax, is a pH-balanced, medicated topical shampoo formulated specifically for dogs to address one of the most persistent and uncomfortable challenges in canine skin health: fungal infections, secondary bacterial skin infections, dandruff, and seborrhoeic dermatitis. These conditions, often chronic and recurrent, cause your canine companion significant distress through persistent itching, skin inflammation, scaling, malodour, and self-trauma from scratching. Standard grooming shampoos lack the pharmacological actives needed to resolve these conditions at their dermal source. Ketchalo responds with a clinically purposeful triple-active formula combining Ketoconazole, a powerful broad-spectrum antifungal, with two antiseptic agents, Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Cetrimide, to simultaneously eliminate fungal colonies, suppress bacterial overgrowth responsible for pyoderma, and restore the natural balance of the skin's microenvironment. Formulated with a conditioner advantage that maintains coat softness and manageability through the medicated wash, Ketchalo delivers therapeutic skin care without sacrificing the grooming experience your dog deserves. Animeal is proud to offer Ketchalo Antifungal and Antiseptic Shampoo 200ml as part of our trusted canine grooming and dermatological care range.
Ingredients:
Ketoconazole: Ketoconazole (C26H28Cl2N4O4) is a synthetic imidazole-class broad-spectrum antifungal agent and the primary therapeutic molecule in this formula. Its mechanism of action targets the ergosterol biosynthesis pathway, which is the fundamental building block of fungal cell membranes. Specifically, Ketoconazole inhibits the cytochrome P450-dependent enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, which is responsible for converting lanosterol to ergosterol. Without ergosterol, the fungal cell membrane becomes structurally deficient and abnormally permeable, leading to leakage of intracellular contents, disruption of membrane-associated enzyme activity, and ultimately fungal cell death. Because ergosterol is found exclusively in fungal cells and not in mammalian cells, Ketoconazole exerts selective toxicity against the pathogen while sparing host tissue. It is effective against the most clinically significant dermatophytes and yeasts affecting dogs, including Malassezia pachydermatis, the primary yeast implicated in seborrhoeic dermatitis, otitis externa, and pruritic skin folds in dogs, as well as dermatophytes such as Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Candida species. When applied topically via a shampoo with adequate contact time, Ketoconazole actively penetrates the stratum corneum to reach the fungal colonies residing at the skin surface and within follicular units, reducing flaking, scaling, itching, and odour associated with yeast overgrowth.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate: Chlorhexidine Gluconate is a broad-spectrum cationic bis-biguanide antiseptic that exerts potent bactericidal and fungicidal activity through a distinctly different mechanism to Ketoconazole, creating a powerful complementary dual-active effect. The positively charged chlorhexidine molecule is attracted by electrostatic force to the negatively charged phospholipid components of bacterial and fungal cell membranes. This electrostatic binding disrupts the structural integrity of the cell membrane, causing increased membrane permeability, leakage of cytoplasmic contents including potassium ions and nucleotides, precipitation of intracellular proteins, and rapid cell death. At higher concentrations, Chlorhexidine causes complete coagulation of intracellular material. Its activity spans a wide range of Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, and certain enveloped viruses, making it particularly valuable in managing pyoderma caused by Staphylococcus pseudintermedius, the most common pathogenic bacterium responsible for canine skin infections. A critical clinical advantage of Chlorhexidine Gluconate is its substantivity: it adsorbs to skin and coat proteins and continues to exert residual antimicrobial activity for hours after rinsing, providing ongoing bacterial suppression between bath sessions. It also contributes to the degreasing, deodorising, and cleansing properties of the shampoo, removing sebum, cellular debris, and bacterial biofilm from the skin surface and within follicular openings.
Cetrimide: Cetrimide (cetyltrimethylammonium bromide, CTAB) is a quaternary ammonium compound that functions as a cationic surfactant with potent antiseptic properties. Like Chlorhexidine, Cetrimide acts by disrupting microbial cell membranes through electrostatic interaction with anionic membrane phospholipids, causing membrane destabilisation, loss of selective permeability, and cell lysis in both bacteria and fungi. Cetrimide is particularly effective against Gram-positive bacteria and contributes meaningfully to the treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis and scabies through its keratolytic and antiseptic activity, breaking down the desquamated keratinous debris and dead skin cells that accumulate in scaling conditions. As a surfactant, Cetrimide also enhances the emulsification and removal of excess sebum, oils, and surface contaminants from the coat and skin, aiding in the physical cleansing process and improving the penetration of the co-formulated antifungal agent into deeper skin layers. The combination of Cetrimide with Chlorhexidine Gluconate creates a synergistic antiseptic pairing that prevents pyoderma and secondary bacterial infections more comprehensively than either agent alone.
pH-Balanced Shampoo Base with Conditioner: The vehicle base is formulated to a pH closely aligned with the natural canine skin pH range, which is significantly different from the human skin pH. Maintaining appropriate skin pH is critical during medicated washing because an alkaline or overly acidic environment disrupts the acid mantle, the skin's first line of defence against microbial colonisation, and can exacerbate the very conditions the therapeutic actives are working to resolve. The conditioner component within the base restores coat softness, reduces post-wash static and tangling, and helps maintain coat sheen and manageability, ensuring your canine companion's coat is left in healthy condition after every medicated wash.
Features and Benefits
Broad-Spectrum Triple-Active Antifungal and Ant...
Broad-Spectrum Triple-Active Antifungal and Antiseptic Protection:
Ketchalo's three-active formulation targets skin infections through two independent pharmacological mechanisms, antifungal membrane ergosterol depletion via Ketoconazole and antiseptic membrane disruption via Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Cetrimide, delivering a comprehensively wider spectrum of pathogen coverage than single-active medicated shampoos. This triple-active approach actively targets fungal species, Gram-positive bacteria, and Gram-negative bacteria simultaneously, making it effective against the mixed-organism infections commonly seen in canine skin conditions.
Targeted Relief from Seborrhoeic Dermatitis and Dandruff:
Ketoconazole directly suppresses Malassezia pachydermatis, the yeast most closely associated with seborrhoeic dermatitis, dandruff, and greasy, malodorous skin in dogs, by inhibiting the production of ergosterol essential for its survival. Combined with Cetrimide's keratolytic and degreasing action, Ketchalo actively reduces visible scaling, flaking, excessive sebum accumulation, and the characteristic unpleasant skin odour associated with yeast overgrowth, restoring a cleaner, healthier skin surface with regular use.
Effective Prevention and Treatment of Canine Pyoderma:
Pyoderma, the bacterial skin infection most commonly caused by Staphylococcus pseudintermedius in dogs, frequently develops as a secondary complication of allergic skin disease, parasitic infestations, or fungal compromise of the skin barrier. Ketchalo's Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Cetrimide combination actively suppresses the bacterial colonisation responsible for pyoderma, with the residual substantivity of Chlorhexidine providing ongoing antimicrobial protection on the skin surface well beyond the wash itself.
pH-Balanced Formula with Conditioner Advantage for Skin and Coat Health:
Unlike standard antiseptic washes that leave your canine companion's coat dry, brittle, or stripped of natural oils, Ketchalo is formulated with a pH-balanced base and integrated conditioner that preserves the acid mantle, maintains coat softness, and leaves your dog's fur smooth, manageable, and visibly healthy after every medicated bath. This ensures that the therapeutic wash does not compromise the quality of your dog's coat over repeated use.
Residual Antiseptic Activity for Extended Between-Bath Protection:
The Chlorhexidine Gluconate in Ketchalo adsorbs to skin proteins and continues to exert antimicrobial activity on the skin surface after rinsing, providing a sustained layer of antiseptic protection between grooming sessions. This substantivity property reinforces the therapeutic benefit of each wash and helps reduce the pace of microbial recolonisation in dogs with recurrent skin conditions.
Usage and Applications
How to Use:Wet your canine companion's coat...
How to Use:
Wet your canine companion's coat thoroughly with lukewarm water, ensuring the skin is fully saturated down to the skin surface. Apply Ketchalo Shampoo liberally and work into a rich lather, massaging deeply into the coat and skin, paying particular attention to affected areas including skin folds, the groin, underbelly, paws, and between the toes. Allow the lather to remain in contact with the skin for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing thoroughly with clean water. Ensure complete removal of all shampoo residue. Frequency of use should be determined by your veterinarian based on the severity and nature of the skin condition being managed. Keep the shampoo away from your dog's eyes throughout application; if accidental eye contact occurs, flush immediately and thoroughly with clean water. This product is for external use on dogs only and is not intended for human use or for use on other species. Always cap the bottle securely after use.
Storage Advice:
Store unopened Ketchalo Antifungal and Antiseptic Shampoo 200ml in a cool, dry place below 25 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Do not freeze. Once opened, keep the cap closed tightly after each use to prevent contamination and evaporation of active components. Avoid storing in humid environments such as directly in the shower or bathroom where steam exposure could degrade the formulation over time. Keep out of reach of children and away from eyes. Do not use after the best-before date printed on the bottle.
About the Brand:
Vitax is a veterinary pharmaceutical brand based in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India, operating with a focused commitment to delivering high-quality, clinically relevant pharmaceutical products for companion animal health, supported by a dedicated team of qualified professionals and an in-house Quality Assurance function that verifies the purity, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of every product in the range. The brand's philosophy centres on the application of the latest research and manufacturing technology to produce reliable, targeted formulations that serve the real dermatological, nutritional, and therapeutic needs of pets and the veterinary professionals who care for them. Vitax maintains its commitment to product quality through rigorous in-house testing and adherence to the manufacturing standards applicable to veterinary pharmaceutical products in India, ensuring that each product that reaches your pet has been verified for consistency and performance. This dedication to quality-first veterinary care aligns with Animeal's commitment to offering only trusted, professionally developed products for your canine companion. Discover Vitax today.
Disclaimer:
Please note that while Ketchalo Antifungal and Antiseptic Shampoo 200ml is formulated from Ketoconazole, Chlorhexidine Gluconate, and Cetrimide in a pH-balanced conditioner base, and is appropriate for external use on dogs for the management of fungal skin infections, pyoderma, dandruff, and seborrhoeic dermatitis, it is a medicated topical grooming product and not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, systemic treatment, or prescribed therapeutic therapy for severe or recurrent dermatological conditions. For dogs with persistent, recurrent, or severe skin infections, the shampoo is best used as part of a broader management plan under veterinary supervision. For dogs with known sensitivity to any of the active ingredients, including Chlorhexidine Gluconate or Ketoconazole, or dogs with open wounds, deep skin lesions, or acute dermal inflammation, consult your veterinarian before use. Animeal supports your pet's health and happiness journey but does not replace the advice of a qualified veterinary professional.
