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Nobiprox Solution (Ciclopirox Olamine)

OTC medicationSolution
Ingredient · strength
Ciclopirox Olamine›1.5g / 100g
Manufacturer / importer
태극제약(주)
Appearance
Viscous light red liquid
Packaging
100 grams/bottle, 150 grams/bottle, 190 grams/bottle, 192 grams/bottle, 200 grams/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200606745 · Notified 2006.11.16

Summary

Main use
Relief of seborrheic dermatitis symptoms
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
After wetting the hair with water, apply a sufficient amount to create a lather and massage thoroughly with your fingertips. After 3-5 minutes, rinse the hair several times with water until completely clean. This medication should be used 2-3 times a week or as needed for the treatment of scalp conditions.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
태극제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of seborrheic dermatitis symptoms

  • Seborrheic dermatitis
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Seborrheic dermatitis is an inflammatory skin condition that predominantly occurs on the scalp, face, and chest. This condition can cause the skin to become red, itchy, and lead to excessive dandruff. The medication is used to alleviate these symptoms and improve skin condition. It is effective in treating seborrheic dermatitis and helps relieve symptoms.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

After wetting the hair with water, apply a sufficient amount to create a lather and massage thoroughly with your fingertips. After 3-5 minutes, rinse the hair several times with water until completely clean. This medication should be used 2-3 times a week or as needed for the treatment of scalp conditions.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who have an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients. Since this product contains an ingredient called propylene glycol, those with allergies or hypersensitivity to this ingredient should use it with caution. Moreover, it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist before using this medication in certain situations. For instance, individuals who have had allergic reactions to this medicine or its ingredients, those with allergies in themselves or their family, those using it on their face or large areas, those using it on infected areas, pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 12 years old, and those currently undergoing other treatments should consult a specialist. If skin irritation or wounds on the skin surface occur while using this product, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician or pharmacist. It is recommended to bring the product's information leaflet when consulting. This medication is an external preparation applied only to the scalp and surrounding areas, and the prescribed dosage and administration should be strictly followed. It should not be used on mucous membranes such as the eyes, around the eyes, mouth, nasal cavity, vagina, or vulva, or on areas with severe dermatitis or wounds. If it comes into contact with such areas, thoroughly rinse with clean water, and if irritation persists, consult a specialist. If the affected area is dirty or contaminated, it is advisable not to use this product immediately, and it should be used under the supervision of an adult when used on children. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a specialist before use, as the safety of this product has not been fully established, and especially during breastfeeding, any residual medication on the breast should be thoroughly washed off. If symptoms do not improve after two weeks of use, discontinue use and consult a physician or pharmacist. Rarely, this product may chemically damage hair or discolor gray or white hair, so caution is necessary. In case of excessive use of this product, follow the instructions of a medical institution; if ingested accidentally, while there is no specific treatment, monitoring and treatment may be necessary as needed. During use, skin irritation symptoms such as itching, burning sensation, redness, rashes, and in rare cases, skin peeling, eczema, hair loss, hair discoloration, or changes in hair texture may occur. This product should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Additionally, it should be stored in its original container and not kept near heat sources.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Itching
  • burning sensation
  • erythema
  • rash at the application site
  • hypersensitivity at the application site
  • skin peeling
  • eczema
  • baldness
  • hair discoloration
  • changes in hair texture

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from exposure to air and light, ideally in a cool place below 25 degrees Celsius. Storing it in this manner can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Viscous light red liquid

Package unit

100 grams/bottle, 150 grams/bottle, 190 grams/bottle, 192 grams/bottle, 200 grams/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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