Clotrimazole, Topical

Antifungal, Topical · Imidazole antifungal

Indications

Fungal and gram-positive bacterial infections of the skin and nails. Fungal otitis externa. Vulvitis; balanitis; treatment of partner to prevent re-infection.

Dosage

Adults & Children: Apply sparingly two or three times daily until two wk after apparent cure.

Adverse Effects

Local mild burning, irritation. Hypersensitivity reactions, erythema or irritation.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: Barrier contraceptives.

Interactions

Tacrolimus, sirolimus.

Advice to Patient

Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands or wear gloves before application. Contact prescriber if there is constant burning, swelling, itching, worsening of condition, or lack of response to treatment.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Negligible systemic absorption. Metabolism: Hepatic. Excretion: Urine. Faeces.

Brands with this active ingredient

• Albizole Topical
• Arnastin
• Bacimyc
• Biotrim
• Blutrica
• Canesten Topical
• Canix
• Cesten
• Clomacef, Topical
• Clomazole Topical
• Clonil Skin
• Clotrim
• Clotrinor Topical
• Clov
• Clozole Topical

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