mechanically cleanable Capitrol (Topical) Generic Name: chloroxine (Topical route) klor-OX-een Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Pregnancy More User Reviews Support Group Q & A Commonly used brand name(s) In the U.S. Capitrol Available Dosage Forms: Shampoo Cream Therapeutic Class: Dermatological Agent Slideshow Prednisone: 12 Things You Should Know Uses For Capitrol Chloroxine is used in the treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. Before Using Capitrol In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: Allergies Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully. Pediatric Studies on this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of this medicine in children with use in other age groups. Geriatric Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of this medicine in the elderly with use in other age groups. Pregnancy Pregnancy Category Explanation All Trimesters C Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women. Breast Feeding There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding. Interactions with Medicines Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine. Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco. Proper Use of Capitrol Do not use this medicine if blistered, raw, or oozing areas are present on your scalp, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Keep this medicine away from the eyes. If you should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with cool water. Check with your doctor if eye irritation continues or is bothersome. To use: Shake well before using Wet the hair and scalp with lukewarm water. Apply enough chloroxine to the scalp to work up a lather, and rub in well. Allow the lather to remain on the scalp for about 3 minutes, then rinse. Apply the medicine again and rinse thoroughly. Use the medicine two times a week or as directed by your doctor. Dosing The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine. For topical dosage form ( shampoo): For dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp: Adults Use two times a week. Children Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. Missed Dose If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Storage Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Precautions While Using Capitrol This medicine may slightly discolor light-colored hair (for example, bleached, blond, or gray). Capitrol Side Effects Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: Irritation or burning of scalp not present before use of this medicine skin rash Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Dryness or increased itching of scalp Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Side Effects (complete list) The information contained in the Truven Health Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. 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Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Capitrol (chloroxine topical) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Support Group 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: topical anti-infectives Professional resources Capitrol (FDA) Related treatment guides Dandruff Seborrheic Dermatitis Drug Status Availability Discontinued C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug 10 + years Approval History FDA approved 1976 Drug Class Topical anti-infectives Related Drugs Dandruff ketoconazole topical , Nizoral Topical , salicylic acid topical , Selsun Blue , selenium sulfide topical , Xolegel , Nizoral Shampoo , Dermazinc , Ketodan , Meted , chloroxine topical , More... Seborrheic Dermatitis prednisone , hydrocortisone topical , ketoconazole topical , dexamethasone , Decadron , Deltasone , ciclopirox topical , fluocinolone topical , Westcort , More... Capitrol Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! 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