What is the use of ciclopirox olamine cream?
This medication is used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.
What is loprox cream used for?
It works by preventing certain types of fungus from growing and reproducing. The cream and lotion form of this medication are used to treat certain types of fungal infections of the skin. The lacquer form is used as part of a treatment plan for fungal infections of the nails.
How long does loprox take to work?
Your condition should start to improve within the first week of treatment. Tell your doctor if your condition worsens or does not improve after 2 weeks for pityriasis and after 4 weeks for other fungal skin infections.
Is ciclopirox safe to use?
Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with ciclopirox topical unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use nail polish, artificial nails, or other cosmetic nail products on the nails treated with ciclopirox nail lacquer. Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing that doesn’t allow air circulation.
When should I stop using ciclopirox?
Ciclopirox is used to improve the condition of nails, but may not completely cure nail fungus. It may take 6 months or longer before you notice that your nails are getting better. Continue to use ciclopirox daily as directed. Do not stop using ciclopirox without talking to your doctor.
Is ciclopirox an antibiotic?
Ciclopirox: a broad-spectrum antifungal with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
What are the side effects of ciclopirox?
What side effects can this medication cause?
- irritation, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing at the place where you applied ciclopirox.
- pain at the affected nail(s) or surrounding area.
- discoloration or change in shape of nail(s)
- ingrown nail(s)
Is ciclopirox good for ringworm?
This medication is used to treat certain fungal skin infections such as ringworm and athlete’s foot between the toes. It is also used to treat a certain scalp condition (seborrheic dermatitis). Ciclopirox is an antifungal medication that works by stopping the growth of fungus.
How long should I use ciclopirox?
Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Ciclopirox is used to improve the condition of nails, but may not completely cure nail fungus. It may take 6 months or longer before you notice that your nails are getting better. Continue to use ciclopirox daily as directed.
Is ciclopirox anti inflammatory?
Ciclopirox also displays mild anti-inflammatory effects in biochemical and pharmacological models; effects also shown in small clinical studies. Scavenging of reactive oxygen species released from inflammatory cells is a likely contributor to these anti-inflammatory effects.