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Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) |
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1 Penlac 6.6ml/8% |
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2 Penlac 6.6ml/8% |
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3 Penlac 6.6ml/8% |
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The following
information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise
and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the
drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
Online Penlac Nail
Lacquer Topical Solution Use Indication:
Ciclopirox
cream, gel, or lotion are applied to the skin to treat:
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ringworm of the body (tinea
corporis);
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ringworm of the foot (tinea
pedis; athlete's foot);
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ringworm of the groin (tinea
cruris; jock itch);
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“sun fungus'' (tinea versicolor;
pityriasis versicolor); and
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certain other fungus
infections, such as Candida (Monilia) infections.
For patients using the cream, gel, or lotion form
of Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine:
Keep Penlac Nail Lacquer medicine away from the eyes.
Apply enough ciclopirox to cover the affected and surrounding skin or
scalp areas and rub in gently.
For patients using the topical solution form of Penlac Nail Lacquer medicine:
Keep Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine away from the eyes and mucous membranes
Penlac Nail Lacquer medicine comes with a patient instruction sheet. Read
Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) sheet
carefully and follow the directions. If you have any questions on how to
use Penlac Nail Lacquer medicine, be sure to ask your health care professional.
In addition to daily application of Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine, you will need to trim
your nails as directed, and visit your healthcare professional at
regular intervals to have the unattached infected nails removed.
Do not use nail polish or other nail cosmetic products on the treated
nails.
Do not use near heat or open flame.
When ciclopirox is used to treat certain types of fungus infections of
the skin, an occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as kitchen
plastic wrap) should not be applied over the medicine. To do so may
irritate the skin. Do not apply an airtight covering over Penlac Nail
Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine
unless you have been directed to do so by your doctor.
To help clear up your infection completely, it is very important that
you keep using ciclopirox for the full time of treatment , even if your
symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. Since fungus infections may
be very slow to clear up, you may have to continue using Penlac Nail
Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine
every day for several weeks or more. If you stop using Penlac Nail
Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine too
soon, your symptoms may return. Do not miss any doses .
Penlac Nail
Lacquer (Ciclopirox) Medication Side Effects:
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may
cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may
occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side
effects occur:
Rare
Burning, itching, redness, swelling, or other signs of irritation not
present before use of Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
Precautions on using Penlac Nail Lacquer (Ciclopirox) Medication
If your
skin problem does not improve within 2 to 4 weeks, or if it becomes
worse, check with your doctor.
Nail problems treated with the topical solution form of Penlac Nail
Lacquer (Ciclopirox) medicine
may take up to 6 months to start improving.
To help clear up your infection completely and to help make sure it does
not return, good health habits are also required. The following measures
will help reduce chafing and irritation and will also help keep the area
cool and dry.
For patients using ciclopirox for ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris):
Avoid wearing underwear that is tight-fitting or made from synthetic
materials (for example, rayon or nylon). Instead, wear loose-fitting,
cotton underwear.
Use a bland, absorbent powder (for example, talcum powder) or an
antifungal powder (for example, tolnaftate) on the skin. It is best to
use the powder between applications of ciclopirox.
For patients using ciclopirox for ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis):
Carefully dry the feet, especially between the toes, after bathing.
Avoid wearing socks made from wool or synthetic materials (for example,
rayon or nylon). Instead, wear clean, cotton socks and change them daily
or more often if the feet sweat freely.
Wear sandals or well-ventilated shoes (for example, shoes with holes on
top or on the side).
Use a bland, absorbent powder (for example, talcum powder) or an
antifungal powder (for example, tolnaftate) between the toes, on the
feet, and in socks and shoes freely once or twice a day. It is best to
use the powder between applications of ciclopirox.
If you have any questions about these measures, check with your health
care professional. |