Clofuzid

Clofuzid - General Information

Clofuzid is a synthetic antibacterial compound. Clofuzid is a compound used in some shampoos for the treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.

Pharmacology of Clofuzid

Clofuzid has an antibacterial action, inhibiting the growth of gram-positive as well as some gram-negative organisms. Also, chloroxine has shown some antifungal activity against certain dermatophytes and yeasts.

Clofuzid for patients

This medicine may slightly discolor light-colored hair (for example, bleached, blond, or gray).

Clofuzid Interactions

May interact with skin products or shampoos for dandruff or psoriasis.

Clofuzid Contraindications

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to chloroxine or if you have open sores on your scalp.

Additional information about Clofuzid

Clofuzid Indication: Used in the treatment of dandruff and mild to moderately severe seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
Mechanism Of Action: Although the mechanism of action is not understood, chloroxine may slow down mitotic activity in the epidermis, thereby reducing excessive scaling associated with dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
Drug Interactions: Not Available
Food Interactions: Not Available
Generic Name: Chloroxine
Synonyms: CHQ; Dichlorohydroxyquinoline; Dichloroquinolinol; Dichloroxin; Chloroxyquinoline; Chlorquinol; Dikhloroskin
Drug Category: Antiseborrheic
Drug Type: Small Molecule; Approved

Other Brand Names containing Chloroxine: Capitrol; Chlofucid; Clofuzid; Endiaron; Quesyl; Quinolor; Quixalin;
Absorption: Not Available
Toxicity (Overdose): The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
Protein Binding: Not Available
Biotransformation: Not Available
Half Life: Not Available
Dosage Forms of Clofuzid: Not Available
Chemical IUPAC Name: 5,7-dichloroquinolin-8-ol
Chemical Formula: C9H5Cl2NO
Chloroxine on Wikipedia: Not Available
Organisms Affected: Humans and other mammals