Name: Stieprox
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy
Published: Feb 01, 2017

Stieprox 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.

Stieprox Topical Liquid Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Stiefel) Generic : Ciclopirox	₹ 199.00 1.5% w/w 50ml

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Drug information on Stieprox (Ciclopirox) from Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Stiefel)

Drug Name : Ciclopirox

Ciclopirox(Loprox) generic Stieprox 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 Stieprox 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 Stieprox

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

How to use Stieprox?

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

When Should Stieprox not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Stieprox

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 Stieprox

Use the medication for the full treatment time.

Storage Conditions for Stieprox

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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