Ciclopirox Olamine

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. Ciclopirox nail lacquer is used to treat fungal infections of the toenails and fingernails. Ciclopirox topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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. Ciclopirox nail lacquer is used to treat fungal infections of the toenails and fingernails. Ciclopirox topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use ciclopirox if you are allergic to it. To make sure ciclopirox topical is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: diabetes ; epilepsy or other seizure disorder; a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines); or a condition for which you use steroid medication (including skin conditions or breathing disorders). Ciclopirox topical is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether ciclopirox topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not use ciclopirox topical on a child without medical advice. Ciclopirox shampoo and gel are not approved for use by anyone younger than 16 years old. Ciclopirox nail laquer is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old. Ciclopirox cream and lotion are not approved for use by anyone younger than 10 years old.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. ciclopirox topical may cause serious side effects. Stop using ciclopirox topical and call your doctor at once if you have: unusual or severe itching , redness, burning, dryness, or irritation of treated skin; or discoloration or other changes in the nails. Common side effects of ciclopirox topical may include: mild burning, itching, or redness. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

2 mg/ kg (2 (2)) As recommended. Intra Vaginal — Once in 3-6 Days Topical (Apply twice weekly for 5 minutes in wet hairs.) —

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially: an inhaled or topical steroid medicine; or seizure medication; It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied ciclopirox. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products . Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Lotion, Cream Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.