Cyclopyrox olamine is a very potent antifungal substance that is capable of eliminating various types of fungi and can therefore be used to treat almost all types of superficial mycosis of the skin.
This medicine can be purchased in conventional pharmacies with a prescription, in various forms, which include:
- Cream: Loprox or Mupirox; Shampoo: Celamina or Stiprox; Enamel: Micolamine, Fungirox or Loprox.
The form of presentation of the drug varies according to the location to be treated, and the shampoo is indicated for ringworm on the scalp, the enamel for ringworm on the nails and the cream to treat ringworm in various places of the skin.
Price
The price can vary between 10 and 80 reais, depending on the place of purchase, the form of presentation and the brand selected.
What is it for
The drugs with this substance are used to treat mycoses on the skin, caused by the excessive growth of fungi, especially tinea pedis , tinea corporis , tinea cruris , tinea versicolor , cutaneous candidiasis and seborrheic dermatitis.
How to use
The dose indicated and the way to use it varies according to the presentation of the medicine:
- Cream: apply to the affected area, massaging to the surrounding skin, twice a day for up to 4 weeks; Shampoo: wash wet hair with shampoo, massaging the scalp until foam is obtained. Then let it act for 5 minutes and wash well. Use twice a week; Enamel: apply to the affected nail every other day, for 1 to 3 months.
Regardless of the form of the medication, the dose should always be indicated by a doctor.
Possible side effects
Olamine cyclopirox generally does not cause side effects, however, after application, irritation, burning sensation, itching or redness may appear on the spot.
Who should not use
This type of medication should not be used by people with allergies to olamine cyclopyrox or any other component of the formula.
