Civaderm

Composition for Civaderm Products

Civaderm Products are primarily used for

Dandruff

Uses of Civaderm Products

Ciclopirox+Zinc pyrithione is used in the treatment of dandruff.

Civaderm Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Civaderm are Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Itching, Burning sensation, Erythema (skin redness).

Severe

Side Effects of Civaderm are Hair discoloration, Abnormal hair texture, Hair loss, Irritation, Rash.

Ciclopirox + Zinc pyrithione is a combination of two antifungal medicines: Ciclopirox + Zinc pyrithione1 and Ciclopirox + Zinc pyrithione2 which treat dandruff. These medicines work by stopping the growth of fungi that cause dandruff by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.

In Depth Information for Civaderm Products

Patient Concerns about Civaderm Products

Frequently asked questions about Civaderm Products

Q. Is Civaderm 1% Cream effective?

Civaderm 1% Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Civaderm 1% Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How to use Civaderm 1% Cream?

Before using Civaderm 1% Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Civaderm 1% Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Civaderm 1% Cream?

Be careful not to get Civaderm 1% Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately. You must not use Civaderm 1% Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not cover the area being treated with Civaderm 1% Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects.

Q. Is Civaderm 1% Cream a steroid?

No, Civaderm 1% Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine used to treat a wide variety of infection-causing fungi. It is applied to the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.

Q. Can we apply Civaderm 1% Cream on other parts of the body?

No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body, like the eyes, oral cavity, or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to nails and skin only. Always consult your doctor before using the medicine and follow the instructions carefully.

Q. Can Civaderm 1% Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?

Allergic reactions are not very common and are likely to occur only in susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 25th Nov 2025.
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