Clopirox Cream
Ciclopirox Topical
1%
Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.
| Pack size | 15gm Tube |
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| Retail Price | 110.00 AED |
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Indications
Clopirox Cream is used for:
Tineapedis, Tineacruris, Tineacorporis, Tinea (pityriasis) versicolor, Tinea unguium or Onychomycosis (Fungal nail infection), Skin fungal infections, Prophylaxis or treatment of Seborrheic dermatitis, Dandruff & Tinea capitis of the scalp & hairy parts of the body.
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Adult: As 1% ciclopirox base shampoo:
Apply Shampoo: Apply 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) to wet hair; lather, and leave in place for approximately 3 minutes before rinsing; may use up to 10 mL for longer hair; repeat BID once weekly for 4 weeks; allow minimum of 3 days between applications.
Skin fungal infections (Tinea Cruris, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Tinea Vesicolor, Tinea Pedis or Tinea Corporis)
Adult: As cream:
Apply onto affected areas bid.
Topical nail solution
Onychomycosis (Fungal nail infection)
It should be applied once daily (preferably at bedtime) to all affected nails with the applicator brush provided up to 48 weeks.
Child Dose
Skin fungal infections (Tinea Cruris, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Tinea Vesicolor, Tinea Pedis or Tinea Corporis)
<10 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp
<16 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Mild to Moderate Onychomycosis of Fingernails & Toenails
<12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Administration
Cream should be gently massaged onto the affected and surrounding skin areas twice daily for four weeks.
Wet hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of Ciclopirox Olamine Shampoo to the scalp.
Up to 2 teaspoons (10 ml) may be used for long hair.
Lather and leave on hair and scalp for 3 minutes. Treatment should be repeated twice per week for 4 weeks, with a minimum of 3 days between applications.
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity; occlusive wrappings/dressings.
Should not be applied to the eye nor administered orally or intravaginally.
Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.
If a reaction suggesting sensitivity or chemical irritation should occur with the use, treatment should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted.
Hair discoloration has been reported.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: not known if distributed in breast milk
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Ciclopirox Topical :
1-10%
Periungual erythema (5%)
Pruritus (1-5%)
Erythema of the proximal nail fold (1%)
Transient burning sensation of the skin & pain
Dry skin
Acne
Rash
<1%
Alopecia
Mechanism of Action
Ciclopirox has a wide spectrum of antifungal activity and some antibacterial activity. Inhibits most Candida, Epidermophyton, Microsporum, Trichophyton species and M. furfur by inhibiting transport of essential elements in fungal cells, thus disrupting DNA, RNA and protein synthesis.
Note
Clopirox 1% Cream manufactured by Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.. Its generic name is Ciclopirox Topical. Clopirox is availble in Bangladesh.
Farmaco BD drug index information on Clopirox Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.