Oxiconazole

The Basics

What is Oxiconazole?

used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch and ringworm

Brand names for Oxiconazole

Oxistat

How Oxiconazole is classified

Anti-Infective Agents, Antifungal Agents, Dermatologic Agents

Oxiconazole During Pregnancy

Oxiconazole pregnancy category

Category N/ANote that the FDA has deprecated the use of pregnancy categories, so for some medications, this information isn’t available. We still think it’s useful to list historical info, however, given what a common proxy this has been in the past.

What we know about taking Oxiconazole while pregnant

N/A

Taking Oxiconazole While Breastfeeding

What are recommendations for lactation if you're taking Oxiconazole?

Topical oxiconazole has not been studied during breastfeeding. Because less than 1% is absorbed after topical application, it is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1] Avoid application to the nipple area and ensure that the infant’s skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

Maternal / infant drug levels

Topical oxiconazole has not been studied during breastfeeding. Because less than 1% is absorbed after topical application, it is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1] Avoid application to the nipple area and ensure that the infant’s skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

Possible effects of Oxiconazole on milk supply

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Possible alternatives to Oxiconazole

Clotrimazole, Miconazole.