Ciclopirox
- Generic Name
- Ciclopirox
- Brand Names
- Ciclodan, Cnl8, Loprox, Penlac, Stieprox
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H17NO2
- CAS Number
- 29342-05-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 19W019ZDRJ
- Background
Ciclopirox olamine (used in preparations called Batrafen, Loprox, Mycoster, Penlac and Stieprox) is a synthetic antifungal agent for topical dermatologic treatment of superficial mycoses. In particular, the agent is especially effective in treating Tinea versicolor.
- Indication
Used as a topical treatment in immunocompetent patients with mild to moderate onychomycosis of fingernails and toenails without lunula involvement, due to Trichophyton rubrum.
- Associated Conditions
- Fungal skin infection, Pityriasis versicolor, Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Pedis, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis, Cutaneous candidiasis, Mild Onychomycosis, Moderate Onychomycosis
- Associated Therapies
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