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MONISTAT vs NIZORAL ANTI-DANDRUFF

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 16, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.12 /g
$0.27 /g

Type

RX
OTC

Active ingredient

MICONAZOLE
KETOCONAZOLE

Dosage forms

Injectable
Topical

Drug class

Azole Antifungal
Azole Antifungal

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Aspergillosis, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Blastomycosis, Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Cutaneous Candidiasis

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Monistat or Nizoral Anti-Dandruff?

Monistat and Nizoral Anti-Dandruff are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Monistat or Nizoral Anti-Dandruff?

Monistat costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.12 vs $0.27 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Monistat and Nizoral Anti-Dandruff?

Monistat contains Miconazole, while Nizoral Anti-Dandruff contains Ketoconazole — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.