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ANTIBACTERIALS, ANTIFUNGALS (Topical)


Brand & Generic Names

CLIOQUINOL Sildimac
CLIOQUINOL & Silvadene
HYDROCORTISONE SILVER SULFADIAZINE
Flamazine SSD
Flint SSD SSD AF
IODOCHLORHYDROXYQUIN Thermazene
IODOCHLORHYDROXYQUIN & Vioform
HYDROCORTISONE Vioform-Hydrocortisone


Basic Information

  • Habit forming? No
  • Prescription needed? Yes
  • Available as generic? Yes, some are
  • Drug class: Antibacterial (topical), antifungal (topical)

Uses

    Treats eczema, other inflammatory skin conditions, athlete's foot, skin infections.

Dosage & Usage Information

How to use:
Cream, lotion, ointment--Bathe and dry area before use. Apply small amount and rub gently.
Keep away from eyes.

When to use:
2 to 4 times a day.

If you forget a dose:
Use as soon as you remember.

What drug does:
Kills some types of fungus and bacteria on contact.

Time lapse before drug works:
2 to 4 weeks, sometimes longer.

Don't use with:
Other ointments, creams or lotions without consulting doctor.


Overdose

SYMPTOMS:
Severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

WHAT TO DO:

  • Not for internal use. If child accidentally swallows, call poison-control center.
  • Dial 911 (emergency) or O (operator) for an ambulance or medical help. Then give first aid immediately.
  • See EMERGENCY Information.

Possible Adverse Reactions or Side Effects

Life-threatening:

    None expected.

Common:

    May stain skin around nails.

Infrequent:

    Stomach cramps; hives; itching, burning, peeling, red, stinging, swelling skin.

Rare:

    None expected.

Warnings & Precautions

Don't use if:
You are allergic to clioquinol, iodine or any iodine-containing preparation.

Before you start, consult your doctor:
If you are allergic to anything that touches your skin.

Over age 60:
No problems expected.

Pregnancy:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Breast-feeding:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Infants & children:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Prolonged use:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Skin & sunlight:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Driving, piloting or hazardous work:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Discontinuing:
No problems expected, but check with doctor.

Others:

  • If not improved in 2 weeks, check with doctor.
  • May stain clothing or bed linens.
  • May stain hair, skin and nails yellow.
  • If accidentally gets into eyes, flush with clear water immediately.
  • Tests of thyroid function may yield inaccurate results if you use clioquinol within 1 month before testing.

Possible Interaction with Other Drugs

GENERIC NAME COMBINED EFFECT
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Possible Interaction with Other Substances

INTERACTS WITH COMBINED EFFECT
--------------- ---------------
Alcohol: None expected.
Beverages: None expected.
Cocaine: None expected.
Foods: None expected.
Marijuana: None expected.
Tobacco: None expected.



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