User:Mr. Ibrahem/Ciclopirox

Ciclopirox (CPX) is an antifungal used to treat ringworm, tinea versicolor, candidiasis of the skin, seborrheic dermatitis, and fungal infection of the nail. It is applied as a gel, cream, or nail polish. Use on toenails is only recommended when less than 40% of the nail is involved.

It is generally well tolerated. Common side effects include mild redness and burning. Other side effects may include allergic reactions. While there is no evidence of harm in pregnancy, such use has not been well studied. Its mechanism of action differs from other antifungals.

Ciclopirox was approved for medical use in the United States in 1982. It is available as a generic medication. In the United States a bottle of 6.6 ml of the nail polish costs about 16 USD as of 2022.