Clotrimazole Doc 1% Cream 30g

Clotrimazole Doc 1% Cream

What is clotrimazole for?

Posology for Clotrimazole

Active ingredients of Clotrimazole

Interactions with the use of Clotrimazole

Proper storage of Clotrimazole

Warnings for the use of Clotrimazole

Clotrimazole in Pregnancy and Lactation

Excipients contained in Clotrimazole

Contraindications for the use of Clotrimazole

Undesirable Effects for Clotrimazole

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What is clotrimazole for?

Clotrimazole is useful for mycosis of the skin and skin folds, such as pityriasis versicolor, skin candidiasis, tinea pedis or athlete's foot, tinea corporis. Topical antifungals.

Posology for Clotrimazole

The medicine should be applied in small quantities 2-3 times a day in correspondence of the affected area, rubbing lightly, after having thoroughly washed and dried the part. Half a cm of cream is enough to treat a surface the size of a hand. The drug is especially indicated for the treatment of skin and light areas (hairless). Generally, for the disappearance of the manifestations, a period of treatment without interruption of three to four weeks is sufficient. In order to consolidate the therapeutic results obtained and avoid reinfections, it is advisable to continue therapy with the product for at least 2 weeks after the disappearance of the manifestations.

Active ingredients of Clotrimazole

Clotrimazole.

Interactions with the use of Clotrimazole

No interactions have been reported in relevant common therapies.

Proper storage of Clotrimazole

This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

Warnings for the use of Clotrimazole

Avoid contact with eyes. Do not swallow. The use, especially if prolonged, of products for topical use can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In case of hypersensitivity reactions it is necessary to interrupt the treatment and institute a suitable therapy. In diaper dermatitis, is the use of diapers with an "occlusive" effect not recommended? after applying the cream. In case of relapse, consult your doctor. To avoid relapses, very common in mycosis, it is good to inform the patient that he must observe some elementary hygiene rules: frequent change of underwear; towels and their chemical or thermal disinfection; avoid promiscuity of clothes and linen. The medicine contains cetystearyl alcohol, which can 'cause local skin reactions (eg: contact dermatitis).

Clotrimazole in Pregnancy and Lactation

No human studies have been conducted on the effects of clotrimazole on fertility '; however, animal studies have shown no effects of the drug on fertility. There is a limited amount of data on the use of clotrimazole in pregnancy. Animal studies do not show any direct or indirect harmful effects in terms of reproductive toxicity. As a precautionary measure, the use of clotrimazole in the first trimester of pregnancy should be avoided. Available pharmacodynamic / toxicological data in animals have demonstrated secretion of clotrimazole / metabolites in milk. Breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with clotrimazole.

Excipients contained in Clotrimazole

Sorbitan monostearate, polysorbate 60, spermaceti, cetylstearyl alcohol, 2-octyldodecanol, benzyl alcohol, purified water.

Contraindications for the use of Clotrimazole

Hypersensitivity 'to the active substance or to any of the listed excipients.

Undesirable Effects for Clotrimazole

The following adverse reactions were identified after the approval of clotrimazole. Since these reactions derive from spontaneous reports from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to define their frequency. Immune system disorders: allergic reaction (syncope, hypotension, dyspnoea, urticaria). Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: blisters, discomfort / pain, edema, erythema, irritation, peeling, itching, rash, burning. The reporting of suspected adverse reactions that occur after the authorization of the drug is important, as it allows continuous monitoring of the benefit / risk ratio of the drug.

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Clotrimazole Doc 1% Cream is sold in a 30g Cream Tube.

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