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Clotrimazole

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Molecule Summary

Uses
Fungal infection of skin
Therapy
Topical Anti-Fungal
Side Effects
Skin irritation, rashes, redness, itching or blisters
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Molecule Description

Clotrimazole is a topically applied antifungal medicine. Clotrimazole is used for the effective treatment against fungal infections affecting organs such as the skin, ears, foot and mouth along with ringworm infection. It is meant only for external application and should be applied exactly as recommended by your doctor. You may experience some application site reactions as side effects, but they normally fade away with time. Please report to your doctor if you notice the side effects persist or worsen.

Uses

Clotrimazole is used for the treatment of fungal infection of the skin, foot and different parts of the body. It is effective against ringworm infection, jock itch and athlete's foot.

Contraindications

When should one not use Clotrimazole

If you are allergic to clotrimazole or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Clotrimazole can sometimes cause application site reactions like skin irritation, rashes, redness, itching or blisters.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Clotrimazole can be used during pregnancy if recommended by your doctor. Avoid applying it for a prolonged duration on a larger skin area.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

Topical use of Clotrimazole rarely affects the breastmilk fed to babies. Clotrimazole can be used while breastfeeding if recommended by your doctor. Avoid application near the breast area.

Driving

Driving

Clotrimazole is a topical preparation and may not affect the driving ability or ability to handle machinery.

Alcohol

Alcohol

There is limited information about the effects of Clotrimazole with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You do not notice any improvement in your condition after using Clotrimazole.
  • You have HIV/AIDS.
  • You are suffering from diabetes mellitus or increased blood sugar.
  • You have problems with your liver.
  • You are on medications (previous or current medical history) or taking vitamins, herbal supplements and other dietary preparations.
  • Do not use Clotrimazole for a prolonged period if you see no improvement in the symptoms. Consult your doctor.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Clotrimazole works by binding to the outer wall of each fungal cell, containing some phospholipids and prevents the formation of the membrane, thus eventually causing the death of the fungal cells.

Dosage

Overdose

Information is not available on the overdose of the topical use of Clotrimazole. Please consult for its correct application. Accidental oral intake of Clotrimazole should be avoided as it could lead to nausea or dizziness and immediate medical attention would be required.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The active ingredient is clotrimazole. Products may also contain other inactive ingredients (excipients).

Do not use Clotrimazole if your condition is not diagnosed by a doctor, as it is used to treat fungal infections. Avoid self-medication.

Try not to use any cosmetic product while using this medicine as it might irritate the skin. It might also affect the activity of the medication.

You can use Clotrimazole daily for the prescribed duration only. Apply it on the affected skin area exactly directed by your doctor. Do not use it endlessly for long without consulting a doctor.

Clotrimazole is an anti-fungal medicine.

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