Womens Health » CICLOPIROX (sye-kloe-PEER-ox)

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<opirox (sye-kloe-PEER-ox) is used to treat infections caused by fungus. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth.

Ciclopirox cream, gel, or lotion are applied to the skin to treat:

ringworm of the body (tinea corporis);
ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis; athletes foot);
ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch);
?sun fungus? (tinea versicolor; pityriasis versicolor); and
certain other fungus infections, such as Candida (Monilia) infections.
Ciclopirox gel or shampoo may also be applied to the scalp to treat seborrheic dermatitis.

Ciclopirox topical solution (nail lacquer) is applied to the nails to treat ringworm of the nails (tinea unguium).

Ciclopirox is available only with your doctors prescription, in the following dosage forms:

A SIDE EFFECT that may occur while using this medicine is mild redness of the surrounding skin. If it continues or is bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience increased redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing of the treated area. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

A SIDE EFFECT that may occur while using this medicine is mild redness of the surrounding skin. If it continues or is bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience increased redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing of the treated area. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.

If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply 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 dosing schedule.

This medicine is an antifungal agent used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails and toenails in patients with a normal immune system (immunocompetent). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

To store this medicine:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Store the topical solution in the carton to protect from light.
Store the topical solution away from heat and flame.
Keep the medicine from freezing.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL MONTHS for this medicine to work. Do not stop using this medicine without checking with your doctor. KEEP ALL DOCTOR APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. DO NOT USE nail polish or other nail products unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR EYES or on the inside of your nose or mouth. FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.