Ciclopirox Olamine Coupons & Prices

Looking for a ciclopirox olamine coupon? Ciclopirox olamine is a prescription topical antifungal (available as a generic cream and lotion) used to treat athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, some yeast (Candida) skin infections, and tinea versicolor. Because it is a generic, it is already one of the lower-cost antifungal options, but the cash price can vary a lot from one pharmacy to the next. Enter your ZIP above to compare the price across more than 60,000 pharmacies and see today's discounted price near you.

What is ciclopirox olamine and how does it work?

Ciclopirox olamine is a topical antifungal in the hydroxypyridone (hydroxypyridinone) class, sold under brand names such as Loprox and Ciclodan. The cream and lotion (0.77%) are FDA-approved to treat fungal skin infections caused by dermatophytes, including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and tinea corporis (ringworm); cutaneous candidiasis (a yeast infection of the skin caused by Candida albicans); and tinea (pityriasis) versicolor. A separate ciclopirox 1% shampoo is approved for seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.

Instead of working like many other antifungals, ciclopirox olamine chelates (binds) polyvalent metal cations such as iron (Fe3+) and aluminum (Al3+). This blocks metal-dependent enzymes the fungus needs to survive, which stops its growth. It is for external use on the skin only.

Ciclopirox olamine cost and coupons without insurance

Ciclopirox olamine is available as an FDA-approved generic, so it is generally an affordable antifungal even if you are paying cash. There is no manufacturer copay savings card for this generic. What surprises many people is how widely the cash price swings between pharmacies in the same town for the exact same tube, which is why comparing before you fill can make a real difference.

Rx.com compares ciclopirox olamine prices across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies and shows you a free discount coupon you can use whether or not you have insurance. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and print or text yourself the coupon. Prices update, so it is worth checking the current amount at pharmacies near you before you fill.

Ciclopirox olamine vs. other topical antifungals

Ciclopirox olamine is one of several topical antifungals your provider may consider, and the best choice depends on the type of infection and the label indications. Other commonly prescribed or available options include:

• clotrimazole - an azole antifungal used for athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast skin infections
• terbinafine - an allylamine antifungal often used for dermatophyte infections such as athlete's foot
• ketoconazole - an azole antifungal available as a cream and shampoo
• econazole - an azole antifungal cream for tinea and cutaneous candidiasis
• nystatin - used mainly for Candida (yeast) skin infections

These medicines differ in drug class and in exactly which infections they are approved to treat, so they are not always interchangeable. Your provider or pharmacist can help you pick the right one, and you can compare prices for each on Rx.com.

Safety and side effects

Ciclopirox olamine has no boxed warning. It is for external, topical use only - avoid contact with the eyes, and it is not for use in the eyes, mouth, or vagina. The most common side effects are local skin reactions where you apply it, such as irritation, redness, burning, itching, or stinging. Stop using it and contact your provider if you develop signs of sensitization or persistent irritation; rare allergic (hypersensitivity) reactions can occur.

The safety of the cream in children under 10 has not been established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use it only if your provider says it is clearly needed. This information is not medical advice - talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist about whether ciclopirox olamine is right for you.