CICLOPIROX

Overview

CICLOPIROX is a Schedule H drug.
Ciclopirox is an antifungal medicine that prevents fungus from growing on your skin. Ciclopirox topical (for the skin) cream, gel, and lotion formulations are used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm  and yeast infections. Ciclopirox shampoo is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis, an inflammatory skin condition of the scalp.

Usage

CICLOPIROX is generally used to treat: Athlete’s Foot, Jock Itch, Ringworm, Yeast Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application)

Precautions

No contentDuring pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Wash your hands before and after using this medication, unless you are using ciclopirox to treat a hand condition.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CICLOPIROX over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

CICLOPIROX : Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest)

Rare Side-Effects

CICLOPIROX : Body Burning Sensation, Body Itching, Skin Irritation

Technical Classification

CICLOPIROX is categorized as: TOPICAL ANTIFUNGALS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CICLOPIROX as Ingredient

8X SHAMPOO SHAMPOO	CICLOPIROX 1 %W/V, ZINC PYRITHIONE 1 %W/V
BATRAFEN SOLN	CICLOPIROX 10.0 MG/ML
FLUCORT C 1%W/W/0.025%W/W OINT	CICLOPIROX 1.0 %W/W, FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W
NAILON NAIL LACQUER	CICLOPIROX 8 %W/V
OLAMIN 1.5% LTN	CICLOPIROX 1.5 %
ONYLAC 8% NAIL LACQUER	CICLOPIROX 8.0 %
STIEPROX LIQUID	CICLOPIROX 1.5 %W/W
TRIOGEL 1% CRM	CICLOPIROX 1.0 %