Clopirox Shampoo

Indications of Clopirox 100 ml

Antifungal shampoo is called Clopirox. Fungal infections of the skin and nails are treated with it. It treats the infection by preventing the growth of fungus.

Pharmacology

Ciclopirox Olamine is a synthetic broad-spectrum antifungal agent that inhibits the growth of pathogenic dermatophytes, yeasts, and Malassezia furfur. Ciclopirox olamine has fungicidal activity against isolates of Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton, Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, Microsporum canis, and Candida albicans in vitro. The mechanism of action of ciclopirox olamine has been studied mainly in Candida albicans. It is speculated that the inhibition of the growth or death of fungal cells mediated by ciclopirox is mainly due to the in vitro cellular depletion of some essential substrates and/or ions, and this effect is due to the blocking of their uptake from the culture medium. In addition to its broad-spectrum antifungal effect, ciclopirox also exerts antibacterial activity against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The anti-inflammatory effect of Ciclopirox has been confirmed in human polymorphonuclear cells, where Ciclopirox has inhibited the synthesis of prostaglandins and leukotrienes. Ciclopirox may also show its anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting the formation of lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase.

Dosage & Administration

Dampen your hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of ciclopirox shampoo to the scalp. You can use up to 2 teaspoons (10 ml) for long hair. Lather up and stay on the hair and scalp for 3 minutes. You can use a timer. Avoid eye contact. The treatment should be repeated twice a week for 4 weeks, with at least 3 days between applications.

Contraindications

This shampoo should not be used by people who show hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

Side Effects of Clopirox 100 ml

Ciclopirox olamine shampoo is well tolerated, and the incidence of adverse reactions reported in clinical trials is low.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Class B pregnancy. It is not known whether this drug will be excreted in human milk. Since many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when administering ciclopirox shampoo to breastfeeding women.

Precautions & Warnings

Ciclopirox olamine shampoo is not suitable for use in the eyes, mouth, or vagina.

Storage Conditions

Keep away from light and moisture. Store below 30°C. Keep out of the reach of children.