Ciclopirox

Ciclopirox is a synthetic antifungal. It is used for dermatological treatment of conditions like superficial mycoses. It is applied topically on the skin. It functions by stopping the growth of fungus in the toenails and fingernails.

Ciclopirox is primarily prescribed to treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea corporis (ringworm), cutaneous candidiasis, and tinea versicolor (pityriasis). Avoid contact with eyes; if sensitivity or irritation occurs, discontinue use.

On using Ciclopirox you may experience side effects such as burning sensation, redness, swelling, irregular heartbeat, rash, dandruff, headache and skin problems. In case of severe reactions contact your health care provider right away.

Before using this medication notify your doctor if you have any of these following conditions. If you have allergies to any foods, medicines, substances, you have a history of organ transplant, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs and/or you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant anytime soon or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage for Ciclopirox should be prescribed by your doctor based on your condition. Before using this medication ensure to wash your hands and clean the affected area. Do not wrap the treated area with bandages or any piece of clothing. If the symptoms do not go away even after 4 weeks then notify your doctor immediately.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Dandruff

• Fungal Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Allergy

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Application Site Itching

• Burning Sensation

• Skin Redness

• Irritation

• Pain

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found or established.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Ciclopirox is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Ciclopirox is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Ciclopirox as ingredient

• Stieprox Liquid

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Batrafen Solution

  Sanofi India Ltd

• Cicloxola Gel

  Carise Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Nailon Nail Lacquer

  Apple Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

• Flucort C 1%W/W/0.025%W/W Ointment

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Olamin 1.5% Lotion

  Micro Labs Ltd

• 8X Shampoo

  Cipla Ltd

• Onylac 8% Nail Lacquer

  Cipla Ltd

• Nailrox 1% w/v Cream

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Nailrox Nail Lacquer

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This medication is used as a topical dermatological and antifungal treatment. However, the mechanism of action of the medication is not well understood, although the loss of functionality for certain peroxidase and catalase enzymes may lead to the benefits of the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Ciclopirox- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [Cited 23 Nov 2021]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ciclopirox

• CICLOPIROX- ciclopirox solution- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 23 Nov 2021]. Available from:

  https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3ef301b7-c40a-0635-4a76-185141473dba

• Ciclopirox - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2021 [cited 3 December 2021]. Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01188