capitrol
Capitrol (Chloroxine) is a medication used to treat Scalp Dermatoses, Seborrheic Dermatitis.
Chloroxine · by Westwood Squibb
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Chloroxine
- Form
- Topical
- Strength
- Chloroxine 2%
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- scalp dermatoses, seborrheic dermatitis
- Manufacturer
- Westwood Squibb
- FDA application
- NDA017594
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Topical
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Capitrol treat?
- Capitrol (Chloroxine) may be used to treat scalp dermatoses, seborrheic dermatitis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Capitrol?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Capitrol. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Capitrol?
- Capitrol is marketed by Westwood Squibb. You can see Westwood Squibb's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Capitrol a brand-name or generic drug?
- Capitrol is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Chloroxine.
- Is Capitrol available over the counter?
- No. Capitrol is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Capitrol come in?
- Capitrol is currently marketed as topical, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Capitrol FDA-registered?
- Capitrol is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA017594. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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