Clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical Disease Interactions
There are 7 disease interactions with clioquinol / hydrocortisone / pramoxine topical.
- Oculo-/neurotoxicity
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Diabetes
- Diaper rash
- Hyperadrenocorticism
- Infections
- Ocular toxicities
Clioquinol topical (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) oculo-/neurotoxicity
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Peripheral Neuropathy, Visual Defect/Disturbance
The use of oral clioquinol (no longer marketed in the U.S.), generally at high dosages for prolonged periods, has resulted in ocular and neurologic toxicity, including optic neuritis, optic atrophy, and subacute myelo-optic neuropathy. Because the drug is systemically absorbed following topical administration to the skin, therapy with topical clioquinol should be administered cautiously in patients with peripheral neuropathy, optic neuritis, or preexisting visual defects. The use of occlusive dressings may substantially increase percutaneous absorption and should be avoided. All patients should be advised to immediately discontinue the drug and contact a physician if visual disturbances occur or are exacerbated during therapy. Clioquinol is not recommended for use in children and is contraindicated for those under 2 years of age.
Clioquinol topical (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) thyroid dysfunction
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism
Percutaneous absorption of clioquinol topical occurs. Protein-bound serum iodine levels may be increased during treatment with clioquinol topical and may interfere with certain thyroid function tests. Therapy with clioquinol topical should be used cautiously in patients with thyroid dysfunction.
Topical corticosteroids (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) diabetes
Moderate Potential Hazard, Low plausibility. Applicable conditions: Abnormal Glucose Tolerance, Diabetes Mellitus
Corticosteroids can raise blood glucose level by antagonizing the action and suppressing the secretion of insulin, which results in inhibition of peripheral glucose uptake and increased gluconeogenesis. Therapy with topical corticosteroids rarely produces these effects but should be administered cautiously nonetheless in patients with diabetes mellitus, glucose intolerance, or a predisposition to hyperglycemia. Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids may occur depending on the vehicle and concentration of the preparation, the size of the application area, the integrity of the skin, and the duration of administration. Use of occlusive dressings over the applied areas may also increase percutaneous absorption. Given equivalent doses, small children are generally at the greatest risk because of their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. If possible, the use of highly potent agents (e.g., augmented betamethasone, clobetasol, diflorasone, and halobetasol) should be avoided in children and limited to small areas for 2 weeks in adults.
Topical corticosteroids (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) diaper rash
Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility.
Topical corticosteroids, especially the potent agents (e.g., augmented betamethasone, clobetasol, diflorasone, and halobetasol), are generally not recommended for use in the treatment of diaper rash. Topical corticosteroids may be systemically absorbed, depending on the vehicle and concentration of the preparation, the size of the application area, the duration of administration, and whether or not occlusive dressings are used. Given equivalent doses, small children are usually at the greatest risk for systemic toxicity such as adrenal suppression, Cushing's syndrome and intracranial hypertension because of their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. If topical corticosteroids are necessary to treat diaper rash, medium- to low-potency agents should preferably be used, and parents should be advised not to put tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants over the rash, since occlusion of treated area may increase percutaneous drug absorption.
Topical corticosteroids (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) hyperadrenocorticism
Moderate Potential Hazard, Low plausibility. Applicable conditions: Liver Disease
The use of topical corticosteroids may precipitate or aggravate conditions of hyperadrenocorticism. Systemic absorption of these agents can produce reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression. Systemic absorption, depends on the vehicle and concentration of the preparation, the size of the application area, the duration of administration, and whether or not occlusive dressings are used. Given equivalent doses, small children are generally at the greatest risk because of their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. Patients with an altered skin barrier or liver failure are also at increased risk. If possible, the use of highly potent agents (e.g., augmented betamethasone, clobetasol, diflorasone, and halobetasol) should be avoided in children and limited to small areas for 2 weeks in adults. The development of symptoms such as menstrual irregularities, acneiform lesions, cataracts and cushingoid features during topical corticosteroid therapy may indicate excessive use.
Topical corticosteroids (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) infections
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Infection - Bacterial/Fungal/Protozoal/Viral, Tuberculosis -- Latent
Topical corticosteroids may be systemically absorbed, depending on the vehicle and concentration of the preparation, the size of the application area, the duration of administration, and whether or not occlusive dressings are used. Clinically significant local as well as systemic immunosuppressant and anti-inflammatory effects may occur, which can cause or exacerbate an infection. Given equivalent doses, small children are generally at the greatest risk because of their larger skin surface to body mass ratios. Therapy with topical corticosteroids should be administered cautiously in patients with latent or active infections, particularly if a potent agent is used on a large area for prolonged periods or if occlusive dressings are used. Effective antimicrobial therapy or other appropriate treatment should be instituted to treat the infection. If possible, the use of highly potent agents (e.g., augmented betamethasone, clobetasol, diflorasone, and halobetasol) should be avoided in children and limited to small areas for 2 weeks in adults. Occlusive dressings should not be used in patients with skin infection.
Topical corticosteroids (applies to clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical) ocular toxicities
Moderate Potential Hazard, Low plausibility. Applicable conditions: Cataracts, Glaucoma/Intraocular Hypertension
Prolonged use of corticosteroids may cause posterior subcapsular cataracts and elevated intraocular pressure, the latter of which may lead to glaucoma and/or damage to the optic nerves. Therapy with topical corticosteroids rarely produces these effects but should be administered cautiously nonetheless in patients with a history of cataracts, glaucoma, or increased intraocular pressure, especially when potent agents (e.g., augmented betamethasone, clobetasol, diflorasone, and halobetasol) are used in the periorbital area. Topical corticosteroids may be systemically absorbed, depending on the vehicle and concentration of the preparation, the size of the application area, the duration of administration, and whether or not occlusive dressings are used. Given equivalent doses, small children are generally at the greatest risk because of their larger skin surface to body mass ratios.
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Clioquinol/hydrocortisone/pramoxine topical drug interactions
There are 98 drug interactions with clioquinol / hydrocortisone / pramoxine topical.
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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