IODOCHLORHYDROXYQUIN/CLIOQUINOL

Antibacterial activity

Used in the topical treatment of tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and skin infections caused by dermatophytic fungi (ringworm)

Pregnancy Risk Factor

Class C

Contraindication/Precaution

Do not use if  hypersensitivity to clioquinol or any component

Mechanism of Action

Chelates bacterial surface and trace metals needed for bacterial growth

Pharmacodynamics

Metabolism: N/A
Half-life: 11-14 hours
Elimination: excreted in urine

Dosage

Children and Adults: 

Apply to skin bid-tid; do not use for longer than 7 days

Dose VS renal function

Cr. clearance (ml/min):
N/A

Dialysis
Hemo: N/A
CAPD: N/A