Oxiconazole topical
Generic name: oxiconazole topical [ ox-ee-CON-a-zole ]
Brand name: Oxistat
Dosage forms: topical cream (1%); topical lotion (1%)
Drug class:Topical antifungals
What is oxiconazole topical?
Oxiconazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.
Oxiconazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
Oxiconazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use oxiconazole if you are allergic to it.
To make sure oxiconazole is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicine); or
if you are allergic to other antifungal medicines such as clotrimazole, miconazole, sertaconazole, terconazole, and others.
oxiconazole topical is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether oxiconazole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Oxiconazole topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take oxiconazole topical?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not take by mouth. Oxiconazole topical is for use only on the skin. If this medicine gets in your eyes, mouth, or vagina, rinse with water.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying this medication. Also wash the skin area to be treated. Use a mild soap or cleanser.
Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to.
Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment, or your infection gets worse.
Do not use oxiconazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
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