Clotrimazole: Uses, Dosage, Price, Side Effects, Precautions & More

What is Clotrimazole?

• It is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of fungal infections of-
• Mouth or throat
• Oesophagus
• Genital tract
• Diaper rash
• Toenails
• Fingernails
• Skin infections such as athlete’s foot and ringworm infections and certain kind of dandruff.

It can be taken by mouth or applied as a cream to the skin or in the vagina.

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Uses of Clotrimazole

• Clotrimazole is an anti-fungal medicine which is used to treat a wide variety of fungal infections.

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How does Clotrimazole works?

• Clotrimazole belongs to azole group of antifungal medicines.
• It works by stopping the growth of various types of fungi.
• It prevents the fungi from producing the membranes that surrounds the fungal cells.

Clotrimazole Price In India

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How to take Clotrimazole?

• Clotrimazole is available in the form of tablets, oral suspensions and topical cream.
• Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
• Clotrimazole tablets – do not swallow it as a whole. Do not chew the tablet. Dissolve tablets in the mouth over 15 to 30 minutes.
• If you are prescribed a suspension, swish the suspension around in the mouth, and swallow, or spit, as your doctor or pharmacist has instructed.
• Clotrimazole cream must be applied in a thin layer and evenly to the skin as prescribed by your physician. The initial dose is usually once or twice a day.
• Clean and dry the area on which Clotrimazole cream has to be used. Hands should be properly washed before and after applying Clotrimazole cream.
• The area treated with Clotrimazole cream should not be washed immediately after cream application.
• For vaginal use: Usually, clotrimazole cream, tablets or suppositories are inserted vaginally using the supplied applicator at bedtime to treat fungal infections. Wash your hands. Wear clean cotton underwear during the treatment. You can use a sanitary napkin to protect your clothing or bed sheets, but you must avoid tampons. You can use clotrimazole treatment during your menstrual period.
• The use of Clotrimazole should be continued as long as recommended by the doctor.

Common dosage of Clotrimazole

• The drug dosage is decided by the physician based upon:
• Health status/medical condition of the patient
• Severity of symptoms
• Reaction to the first dose
• History of allergy/drug reactions
• Consult your doctor before administering in children below 12 years of age.
• Never use more than the recommended dose or for longer periods of time without doctor’s consent.

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When to avoid Clotrimazole?

Avoid taking Clotrimazole if you have these conditions:

• Allergy to Clotrimazole, or any other anti-fungal medicines.
• Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding your child.

Side effects of Clotrimazole

All medicines have some side effects. Side effects are possible but do not always occur. Consult your doctor if you feel that you have any of them-

• Difficulty breathing,
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Irritation, discomfort, pain or a burning or stinging sensation
• Itching
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Reported allergic reactions

• Clotrimazole is not recommended if you are allergic to any active ingredient or constituents of it.
• Possible allergic reactions reported are-

itchy rash, swelling, peeling or flaking of the skin, blisters