Dermoquinol 8% Ointment belongs to a group of drugs called hydroxyquinoline antifungal agents. It kills the fungi that cause the infection, thus relieving the symptoms. This medicine is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections and bacterial infections of the external ear.

Dermoquinol 8% Ointment is used to prevent or treat fungal infections and also to treat certain skin disorders causing swelling and redness on skin

Uses of Dermoquinol Ointment

Benefits of Dermoquinol Ointment

In Bacterial infections of external ear

Dermoquinol 8% Ointment is used to treat skin infections of the external ear caused by microorganisms such as bacteria. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your skin is completely cured, you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.

In Fungal skin infections

Dermoquinol 8% Ointment is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi. This provides relief from various symptoms, such as pain and itching, caused by the infection and speeds up the healing process. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

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Side effects of Dermoquinol Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dermoquinol

Burning sensation
Itching
Rash
Skin swelling
Erythema (skin redness)

How to use Dermoquinol Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dermoquinol 8% Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Dermoquinol 8% Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Dermoquinol Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Dermoquinol 8% Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Dermoquinol 8% Ointment should be applied twice a day or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

8-Hydroxyquinoline derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Quinoline derivatives- Chinoform

Patient concerns

What is medicine for akin fungal infection.

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Post a properly focussed picture of the current skin problem. There r plenty of fungal infections of skin

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

Hello, I work in a very sweaty environment, I recently had a ringworm outbreak, I used EBERNET and it worked perfectly fine for me, On the recommendation of a few friends who suggested to use anti-fungal soap for a few days to ensure that the spores are completely eliminated from my body. Are there any effective anti-fungal soaps or shampoos that I can use to treat ringworm infection? Is there a method to determine if my scalp is affected by ringworm's? If I do happen to have this, What should be my next set of actions to treat ringworm's on scalp, before visiting a hospital/clinic? Regards, PATIENT

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

You need to visit skin specialist for proper examinationWether you are having fungal infections or not

FAQs

What is clioquinol cream used for?

Clioquinol cream is used for treating skin infections such as eczema (itchy skin), athlete's foot (ringworm infection, a fungal infection of the foot), jock itch (fungal infection of the groin area) and other ringworm infections.

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References

Clioquinol. St-Laurent, Québec: Paladin Labs Inc.; 2015. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Clioquinol (Topical). [Accessed 18 Jul. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Dermoquinol 8% Ointment

Product introduction

Uses of Dermoquinol Ointment

Benefits of Dermoquinol Ointment

In Bacterial infections of external ear

In Fungal skin infections

Side effects of Dermoquinol Ointment

Common side effects of Dermoquinol

How to use Dermoquinol Ointment

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Dermoquinol Ointment?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

What is clioquinol cream used for?

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