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About Dermoquinol 4% Ointment

CLIOQUINOL belongs to the class of medications called ‘antiinfectives’. It is used to treat skin infections such as eczema, jock itch, athlete’s foot, and ringworm. Eczema is characterized by red and itchy skin that occurs due to allergies. Athletes’ feet, jock itch, and ringworm are fungal infections closely related to each other. Athletes’ foot affects toes, jock itch affects the groin area, and ringworm affects skin or the scalp.

CLIOQUINOL contains ‘clioquinol’ which is used in the treatment of skin infections. It is a broad-spectrum antiinfective that can treat bacterial, fungal, and protozoal infections. It blocks certain enzymes that are essential for the growth of the infectious organisms, thus leading to a decrease in infection and improving the symptoms.

CLIOQUINOL is available for external or topical use in the form of cream, lotion, and ointment. Your doctor will decide what dose should be taken based on your health condition. In general, it is not advised to take more than one week. Consult your doctor if your condition doesn’t improve or worsen after the treatment. Common side-effects of CLIOQUINOL are redness, itching, burning sensation, irritation, and swelling at the site of the application of the medication. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not disappear or get worsen.

Before taking CLIOQUINOL, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to clioquinol or any other drugs. Tell your doctor about the prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking, including vitamins and herbal products. Inform your doctor if you have any thyroid problems. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Uses of Dermoquinol 4% Ointment

Eczema, jock itch, athlete’s foot, ringworm.

Medicinal Benefits of Dermoquinol 4% Ointment

CLIOQUINOL contains ‘clioquinol’ used to treat skin infections. It is a broad-spectrum antiinfective agent. It can inhibit the growth of infectious organisms by­­­ regulating the DNA replication process. It blocks certain enzymes that are essential for this process. CLIOQUINOL can improve symptoms of skin infections effectively within one week after its use.

Directions for Use

CLIOQUINOL is available for topical use in the following dosage forms: cream, lotion, and ointment. It is advisable to apply CLIOQUINOL 2 to 4 times a day to treat skin infections. However, ask your doctor for the exact dose to be used for your skin condition, before using CLIOQUINOL, clean and dry the affected area and take a prescribed amount of dose. Apply the medication to the infected skin and allow it to dry. Then, gently rub the medication. Make sure the medicine does not enter your eyes or mouth. Wash your hands before and after using the medication. Please do not use any bandage or dressing after applying the medication as it may worsen the infection.

Side Effects of Dermoquinol 4% Ointment

Like any other medicines, CLIOQUINOL can also cause side effects such as redness, itching, burning or stinging sensation, irritation, and swelling at the site of the application of the medication. These symptoms usually go away without treatment. However, consult a doctor immediately if these side effects persist or worsen over time.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

CLIOQUINOL should not be used for more than one week. Inform your doctor if the skin infection doesn’t improve or worsen after the course of treatment. Do not apply any cosmetic products to the infected skin unless advised by your doctor. Also, it is not advised to use in large areas of open skin lesions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 CLIOQUINOL may interact with the antiepileptic drug (vigabatrin) and cause unwanted effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

CLIOQUINOL should be used with caution in patients with ocular toxicity (damage to the eye), neurotoxicity (damage to the brain), and thyroid dysfunction.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is recommended to limit alcohol intake until the skin infection is completely treated.

PREGNANCY

CLIOQUINOL is a category B medicine. It should be used in pregnant women only when required. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.

BREAST FEEDING

CLIOQUINOL should be used in breastfeeding only when prescribed by your doctor. If you are applying CLIOQUINOL on your breasts, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding until the completion of the course of therapy.

DRIVING

CLIOQUINOL may not affect your ability to drive.

LIVER

CLIOQUINOL should be used in patients with liver diseases only when prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.

KIDNEY

CLIOQUINOL should be used in patients with kidney diseases only when prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.