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Clioquinol is a versatile active pharmaceutical ingredient known for its antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a valuable component in various compounded formulations.
Clioquinol is a halogenated hydroxyquinoline with potent antimicrobial properties, widely utilized in compounded formulations for its efficacy against a broad spectrum of bacterial and fungal infections. As an active pharmaceutical ingredient, Clioquinol is particularly effective in treating skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and various forms of dermatitis, where its antifungal and antibacterial actions help reduce inflammation and prevent secondary infections.
Its mechanism of action involves the disruption of microbial cell membranes and interference with essential enzymatic processes, making it a valuable component in topical treatments. Clioquinol's versatility extends to its use in formulations designed for both acute and chronic conditions, providing relief and promoting healing in affected areas.
In addition to its antimicrobial benefits, Clioquinol exhibits mild anti-inflammatory properties, which can further aid in reducing symptoms associated with inflammatory skin disorders. This dual action makes it a preferred choice for prescribers looking to address multiple aspects of skin health in a single formulation.
When considering Clioquinol for compounded formulations, it is important to note its compatibility with other active ingredients, allowing for tailored treatments that meet specific patient needs. Its safety profile is well-established, though prescribers should be mindful of potential sensitivities and contraindications, particularly in patients with known allergies to iodine or related compounds.
Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.
We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.
Prescriber sign inA sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.
