Candirox - 15gm

Cream

Pack Size : 1 Tube x 1 Packet

Generics : Ciclopirox Olamine (Cream)

Manufacturer : Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Best Price * TK 110.00

* Delivery will be done in Dhaka city only.

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Description

Generic Name

Ciclopirox Topical

Precaution

Children <12 yr; pregnancy, lactation. Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.

Indication

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.

Contra Indication

Hypersensitivity; occlusive wrappings/dressings.

Dose

N/A

Side Effect

Skin & Scalp Pruritus, burning sensation; headache, rash, irritation, dryness. Nail Commonly redness/ burning of treated skin or changes in shape/color of nail may occur. Allergic reaction to Ciclopirox is rare.

Pregnancy Category

Name : B

Description

Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Mode 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.

Interaction

N/A

Pregnancy Category Note

Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: not known if distributed in breast milk

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Seborrhoeic dermatitis Adult: As 1% ciclopirox base shampoo: Apply 5-10 mL into the scalp twice weekly for 4 weeks, with a Min of 3 days between application. Skin fungal infections 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

Children <10 yr: Safety & Efficacy not established.

Renal Dose

N/A

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.

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