Formulation:
Cream, Lotion
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Manufacturer:
Hoechst Marion Roussel
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Alternate Names:Loprox Cream (ciclopirox olamine), Loprox Lotion (ciclopirox olamine)
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What is Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) used for? |
Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) is used to treat athlete's foot, jock itch, and other skin infections.
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When should Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) not be taken?
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Do not take Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) |
What precautions should I follow when taking Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) ?
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Before using Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have diabetes if you have any other medical condition |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine)?
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Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) is not for ophthalmic use or vaginal application |
What are the side effects of Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine)?
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Most severe: Allergic reaction, irritation
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Most common: Itching at the application site; burning; worsening of symptoms.
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Other: None
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How should I take Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, weight, and size of the area being treated. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) is for external use only. Do not use in or near the eye. Gently massage the cream into the affected areas and surrounding skin as directed by your health care provider. Do not cover the infected area with bandages or any other dressing. Talk with your doctor if redness, swelling, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing occurs while using Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine). Continue use for the prescribed treatment time, even though you may start to feel better. Failure to use all of the prescribed medicine may prevent complete elimination of the fungus, allowing the infection to return. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine). If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised to by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, restart taking Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) and advise your health care provider at the next visit.
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How should Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) be stored?
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Store Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) between 59 and 86 degrees F. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine). If you have any questions about Loprox Topical (ciclopirox olamine), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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