Closan DS 2% Cream
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Rs.114for 1 tube(s) (30 gm Cream each)
food interaction for Closan Cream
alcohol interaction for Closan Cream
pregnancy interaction for Closan Cream
lactation interaction for Closan Cream
medicine interaction for Closan Cream
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Closan DS 2% Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Closan DS 2% Cream is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Closan 2% w/w Cream
Clotrimazole(2% w/w)
Closan cream uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.
How closan cream works
Closan DS 2% Cream is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
Common side effects of closan cream
Blisters, Skin peeling, Swelling, Application site irritation
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Expert advice FOR Closan Cream
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Few tips to prevent infection:
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Keep your vagina clean and dry.
- Use a separate clean towel for the infected area.
- Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
- Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child.
- Do not apply Clotrimazole on cuts or burns. Keep away from children.
- Few tips to prevent infection:
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Keep your vagina clean and dry.
- Use a separate clean towel for the infected area.
- Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
- Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment.
- If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child.
Frequently asked questions FOR Closan 2% w/w Cream
Clotrimazole
Q. What is Closan DS 2% Cream used for?
Closan DS 2% Cream is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) and irritation occurring at the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.
Q. Closan DS 2% Cream is effective against which fungi?
Closan DS 2% Cream is effective against Trichophyton species which cause ringworm infection, athlete’s foot, and jock itch (fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks). It is also effective against yeast known as Candida which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).
Q. I have started using Closan DS 2% Cream. By when can I expect to start seeing the improvements?
The symptoms of skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.