Name: 8X
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy
Published: Feb 01, 2017

8X is an antifungal, prescribed for skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, yeast infections and seborrheic dermatitis (inflammatory skin condition). It prevents fungal growth.

8X Shampoo Cipla Limited Generic : Ciclopirox	₹ 129.25 10mg/g 60ml

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Drug information on 8X (Ciclopirox) from Cipla Limited

Drug Name : Ciclopirox

Ciclopirox(Loprox) generic 8X is an antifungal, prescribed for skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, yeast infections and seborrheic dermatitis (inflammatory skin condition). It prevents fungal growth.
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Trade Names for Ciclopirox

India :

International :

Loprox

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which 8X may be prescribed

Athletes Foot

Sleep Disorder

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult: Topical Seborrhoeic dermatitis as 1% shampoo: Apply twice weekly.
Nail fungal infections as 8% lacquer: Apply once daily.
Skin fungal infections as 0.77% cream/gel/suspension/solution/powder. Apply twice daily.

Side effects of 8X

Local:Itching, redness, burning sensation, headache, rash, irritation, dryness, pain at the affected area, discoloration in nails.

How to use 8X?

It comes as a lotion or cream; apply topically, once or twice daily.

When Should 8X not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for 8X

Caution needed for patients with history of diabetes.

Special attention for children, pregnancy, and lactation.

Do not use it for eyes.

Do not take this medication internally.

Avoid the use of occlusive wrappings or dressings.

Other Precautions for 8X

Use the medication for the full treatment time.

Storage Conditions for 8X

Store it at room temperature and in airtight container. Keep away from children.

Schedule : H Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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