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Ala-Quin (clioquinol/hydrocortisone)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

USES: This combination medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (including eczema, fungal skin infections such as ringworm/athlete's foot/jock itch). This product contains 2 medications. Clioquinol (also known as iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic that works by preventing the growth of fungus/bacteria.

Hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the affected skin. This medication should not be used by children younger than 2 years.

Generic name: clioquinol/hydrocortisone
Pronunciation: (kleye-oh-KWIN-ohl/hye-dro-KOR-tih-sown)

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Ala-Quin:

  • Tinea Corporis
  • Tinea Cruris
  • Tinea Pedis

Also known as: Corporeal Ringworm, Dermatomycosis Pedis, Dhobie Itch, Eczema Marginatum, Jock Itch, Tinea Circinata, Tinea Glabrosa, Tinea Inguinalis, Tinea Of The Foot.

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data