Oxistat

Oxistat (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.

Oxistat may also be used for reasons that are not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use only as directed. Inform your doctor if you are using other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

You should not use oxiconazole if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Oxistat if you have health problems, take other medications, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Oxistat may cause serious side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• severe blistering, itching, redness, peeling, dryness, or irritation of the treated skin.

Common side effects of Oxistat may include:

• stinging, burning, itching, or redness at the site where the medicine was applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Do not take by mouth. Oxistat is for use only on the skin. If this medicine gets in your eyes, mouth, or vagina, rinse with water.

Wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying this medication. Also wash the skin area to be treated.

Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to.

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment, or your infection gets worse.

Do not use oxiconazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Apply the medicine as soon as possible, but skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Avoid getting Oxistat in your eyes, mouth, or vagina.

Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with oxiconazole unless your doctor tells you to.

Medicine applied to the skin is not likely to be influenced by other medications you take, but many drugs can interact. Inform your doctor about all your current medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.