# Ciclopirox Olamine (Ciclopirox)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/ciclopirox-olamine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Ciclopirox Olamine?

Ciclopirox Olamine (brand name: Ciclopirox) is an antifungal taken topical. It is prescribed to treat candidiasis, cutaneous, onychomycosis. Across the United States, 7,000 doctors prescribe Ciclopirox to approximately 164,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Ciclopirox

## Indications

Ciclopirox Olamine is prescribed for several conditions including candidiasis, cutaneous, onychomycosis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Candidiasis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/candidiasis)
- [Cutaneous](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/cutaneous)
- [Onychomycosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/onychomycosis)
- [Tinea Versicolor](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/tinea-versicolor)
- [Tinea Pedis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/tinea-pedis)

## Mechanism of action

stopping the growth of nail fungus

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: antifungals
- Mechanism of Action class: Protein Synthesis Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: TOPICAL

## Common side effects

were rash-related adverse events: periungual erythema and erythema of the proximal nail fold were reported more frequently in patients treated with ciclopirox topical solution, 8%, (5% [16/327]) than in patients treated with vehicle (1% [3/328])

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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