Manufactured byCIPLA LTD
ContainsCiclopirox (1 %w/v) + Zinc pyrithione (1 %w/v)
Description
8X Shampoo is a combination of Ciclopirox and Zinc pyrithione. It is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis (also called dandruff, which is a skin condition that causes flaking and itchiness of your scalp). It works by stopping the growth of the infection-causing fungi.8X Shampoo may cause side effects such as itchiness, irritation, redness, or burning sensation at the site of application, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.8X Shampoo should be applied topically to the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your infection.8X Shampoo should be avoided if you are allergic to it. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age. If you are pregnant, or breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for 8X Shampoo
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Itching, redness or irritation at application site
Read MoreUses of 8X Shampoo
What is it prescribed for?
Concerns How long does it take for this medicine to take effect? The time required by 8X Shampoo to show its effect is not clinically known. How long do the effects of this medicine last? The duration for which 8X Shampoo remains effective is not clinically known. Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine? Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption. Is this a habit forming medicine? No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with 8X Shampoo. Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy? Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to 8X Shampoo is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor. Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding? It is not known if 8X Shampoo passes into breastmilk. This medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.Commonly asked questions
When not to use?
Allergy
Avoid 8X Shampoo if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to 8X Shampoo is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if 8X Shampoo passes into breastmilk. This medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings
External use only
8X Shampoo is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.
Other medicines
8X Shampoo may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Inform your doctor about the topical preparations (ointments/lotions/gels) that you may have been using to avoid undesired side effects.
Use in children
8X Shampoo is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of 8X Shampoo as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Since 8X Shampoo is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not apply more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
8X Shampoo is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor. Use 8X Shampoo at around the same time daily for the ease of remembrance. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.Do not give 8X Shampoo to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.The infected area may cause itchiness. Avoid scratching as it will damage the surface of your skin and cause the infection to spread further.
Miscelleneous
Usage does not depend on food timings
To be taken as instructed by doctor
Does not cause sleepiness
How it works
8X Shampoo is a combination of Ciclopirox and Zinc pyrithione.Ciclopirox and Zinc pyrithione are antifungal medicines that work by preventing the growth of fungus and stops the spread of infection.
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Classification
Category
Miscellaneous topical agents, Topical antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
CiplaMed. 2021. 8X Shampoo. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 30 November 2021].
Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 30 November 2021].
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Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Ciclopirox. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 30 November 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Zinc pyrithione. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 30 November 2021].
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