ciola shampoo - Climbazole (0.5% w/v) + Piroctone Olamine (0.5% w/v) medicine

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๐Ÿญ Canixa Life Sciences Pvt ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is ciola shampoo used for?

Ciola Shampoo (Climbazole + Piroctone Olamine) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Climbazole (0.5% w/v) + Piroctone Olamine (0.5% w/v), which Climbazole inhibits ergosterol synthesis; Piroctone Olamine disrupts fungal cell. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Climbazole + Piroctone Olamine
  • Manufacturer: Canixa Life Sciences Pvt
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: B
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š ciola shampoo Uses & Benefits

Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis

Off-label uses: Tinea versicolor

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Climbazole + Piroctone Olamine
Brand NameCiola Shampoo
ManufacturerCanixa Life Sciences Pvt
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassAntifungal
Route of AdministrationTopical
StorageStore below 25ยฐC, away from light
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionMinimal systemic absorption through scalp
DistributionPrimarily remains on scalp surface
Protein BindingNot applicable (topical)
MetabolismNot significantly metabolized
Half-LifeNot applicable
ExcretionWashed off after use
BioavailabilityNot applicable (topical)
Onset of ActionWithin days to weeks
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable
Duration of ActionLasts until next wash

How It Works

Climbazole inhibits ergosterol synthesis; Piroctone Olamine disrupts fungal cell membrane

Mechanism Steps

1Climbazole inhibits fungal CYP51, blocking ergosterol synthesis
2Piroctone Olamine chelates metal ions, disrupting fungal membrane function

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take ciola shampoo

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of ciola shampoo

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Scalp irritation
  • Dryness
  • Itching

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction (rare)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hair discoloration
  • Contact dermatitis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

None

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

None

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Scalp condition, irritation

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Safe (topical use)

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Rinse scalp thoroughly; symptomatic treatment if ingested

โฐ Missed Dose

Use as soon as remembered; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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