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Loprox Shampoo (Ciclopirox Shampoo) - Indications and Dosage

 



INDICATIONS AND USAGE

LOPROX Shampoo is indicated for the topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp in adults.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Wet hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of LOPROX 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 LOPROX Shampoo, the diagnosis should be reviewed.

HOW SUPPLIED

LOPROX® (ciclopirox) Shampoo 1% is supplied in 120 mL plastic bottles (NDC 99207-010-10). Discard unused product after initial treatment duration. Store between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).

Manufactured for:

MEDICIS® Pharmaceutical Corp.

Scottsdale, AZ 85258

by: Patheon, Inc.

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 7K9

CANADA

PRESCRIBING INFORMATION AS OF FEBRUARY 2003

Page last updated: 2006-01-09

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