Clotrimazole
Information about Clotrimazole
Clotrimazole uses
Clotrimazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
How clotrimazole works
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects of clotrimazole
Blisters, Erythema (skin redness), Vaginal discharge, Genital peeling, Burning sensation of the penis (of sexual partner), Stinging sensation, Edema (swelling), Vaginal burning sensation, Skin irritation, Allergic reaction, Polyuria, Vaginal itching, Vaginal bleeding, Pain in vagina, Vaginal swelling
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Expert advice for Clotrimazole
- 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.
Frequently asked questions for Clotrimazole
Clotrimazole
Q. What is Clotrimazole used for?
Clotrimazole 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. Clotrimazole is effective against which fungi?
Clotrimazole 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 Clotrimazole. 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.