CICLOPIROX

Ciclopirox shampoo, 1 % is indicated for the topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp in adults.

Ciclopirox shampoo is not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.

Wet hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of ciclopirox shampoo to the scalp. Up to 2 teaspoons (10 ml) may be used for long hair. Lather and leave on hair and scalp for 3 minutes. A timer may be used. Avoid contact with eyes. Rinse off. Treatment should be repeated twice per week for 4 weeks, with a minimum of 3 days between applications.

If a patient with seborrheic dermatitis shows no clinical improvement after 4 weeks of treatment with ciclopirox shampoo, the diagnosis should be reviewed.

Ciclopirox is a shampoo containing 1 % ciclopirox.

Each gram (equivalent to 0.96 mL) of ciclopirox shampoo contains 10 mg ciclopirox in a colorless and translucent shampoo base.

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Ciclopirox shampoo 1 % contains the synthetic antifungal agent, ciclopirox for topical use. Each gram (equivalent to 0.96 ml) of ciclopirox shampoo contains 10 mg ciclopirox m a shampoo base consisting of disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, laureth-2, purified water, sodium chloride, and sodium laureth sulfate.

Ciclopirox shampoo is a colorless, translucent solution. The chemical name for ciclopirox is 6-cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methyl-2(1H)-pyridone, with the empirical formula C₁₂H₁₇NO₂ and a molecular weight of 207.27. The GAS Registry Number is [29342-05-0]. The chemical structure is:

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In two randomized, double-blind clinical trials, subjects 16 years and older with seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp applied ciclopirox shampoo or its vehicle twice weekly for 4 weeks. Subjects who were immune- compromised, those with psoriasis or atopic dermatitis, women of childbearing potential not using adequate contraception, and pregnant or lactating women were excluded from the clinical trials. An evaluation of the overall status of the seborrheic dermatitis, the presence and severity of erythema or inflammation, and scaling, was made at Week 4, using a scale of 0 = none, 1 = slight, 2 = mild, 3 = moderate, 4 = pronounced, and 5 = severe. Effective treatment was defined as achieving a score of o (or a score of 1 If the baseline score was ≥ 3) simultaneously for status of the seborrheic dermatitis, erythema or inflammation, and scaling at Week 4.

Ciclopirox shampoo was shown to be statistically significantly more effective than vehicle in both trials. Efficacy results for the two trials are presented in Table 1 below.

Table 1. Effective Treatment Rates at Week 4 in Trials 1 and 2

Efficacy for African American subjects was not demonstrated, although only 53African American subjects were enrolled in the two pivotal trials.             

Ciclopirox shampoo, 1 % is colorless and translucent, and supplied in 120 mL plastic bottles (NOC 21922-105-52).

Discard unused product after initial treatment duration. Store between 15°C and 30°C (59° F and 86° F).

Keep out of reach of children.

Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information).

The patient should be instructed to:

• Use cicloplrox shampoo as directed by the physician. Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Ciclopirox shampoo is for external use on the scalp only. Do not swallow.
• Use ciclopirox shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis for the full treatment time even though symptoms may have improved. Notify the physician if there is no improvement after 4 weeks.
• Inform the physician if the area of application shows signs of increased initation (redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing).

Manufactured by:

Encube Ethicals Pvt. Ltd.

Plot No. C-1, Madkaim

Industrial Estate, Madkaim,

Post: Mardol, Panda,

Goa - 403 404, India.

Distributed by:

Encube Ethicals, Inc.

200 Meredith Drive,

Suite 202, Durham,

NC27713 USA

Revision: 05/2025

Ciclopirox (sye" kloe pir' ox) Shampoo

What is ciclopirox shampoo?

Ciclopirox shampoo is a prescription medicine used on the scalp to treat adults with a skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis.

It is not known if ciclopirox shampoo is safe and effective in children under 16 years of age.

What should I tell my doctor before using ciclopirox shampoo?

Before using ciclopirox shampoo, tell your doctor if you:

• have any other medical conditions
• are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ciclopirox shampoo will harm your unborn baby.
• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if ciclopirox shampoo passes into your breast milk.
• are taking prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

How should I use ciclopirox shampoo?

• Use ciclopirox shampoo exactly as your doctor tells you to use it.
• Wash your hair using ciclopirox shampoo 2 times each week for 4 weeks. There should be at least 3 days between each time you use ciclopirox shampoo.
• Use ciclopirox shampoo for 4 weeks even if your skin condition improves.
• Tell your doctor if your scalp condition is not getting better after you have used ciclopirox shampoo for 4 weeks.
• Do not swallow ciclopirox shampoo.
• Avoid getting ciclopirox shampoo in your eyes. If ciclopirox shampoo gets into your eyes, rinse them well with water.

How should I apply ciclopirox shampoo?

• Wet your hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon of ciclopirox shampoo to your scalp. You may use up to 2 teaspoons of ciclopirox shampoo if you have long hair. Lather and leave ciclopirox shampoo on your hair and scalp for 3 minutes. You may use a timer.
• After 3 minutes have passed, rinse your hair and scalp.

What are the possible side effects of ciclopirox shampoo?

The most common side effects of ciclopirox shampoo include: itching, burning, and redness of the scalp. Tell your doctor if you get any of these symptoms and they become worse or do not go away, or if you get blistering, swelling, or oozing in your scalp.

These are not all the possible side effects of ciclopirox shampoo. For more information, ask your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store ciclopirox shampoo?

• Store ciclopirox shampoo at room temperature, between 59°F to 86°F (15°Cto30°C).
• Safely throw away any unused ciclopirox shampoo after you finish your treatment.

Keep ciclopirox shampoo and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about ciclopirox shampoo

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use ciclopirox shampoo for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ciclopirox shampoo to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.

You can ask your pharmacist or doctor for information about ciclopirox shampoo that is written for health professionals.

For more information about ciclopirox shampoo, call 1-833-285-4151.

What are the ingredients in ciclopirox shampoo?

Active ingredient: ciclopirox

Inactive ingredients: disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, laureth-2, purified water, sodium chloride, and sodium laureth sulfate.

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Manufactured by:

Encube Ethicals Pvt. Ltd.

PlotNo. C-1, Madkaim

Industrial Estate, Madkaim,

Post: Mardol, Panda,

Goa - 403 404, India.

Distributed by:

Encube Ethicals, Inc.

200 Meredith Drive,

Suite 202, Durham,

NC 27713 USA

Revision: 05/2025

NDC 21922-105-52

Ciclopirox Shampoo 1%

For Topical Use Only

Not for Ophthalmic,

Oral or Intravaginal Use.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

RX only

120 mL