Clotrimazole Cream

Description

Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication. Clotrimazole topical prevents fungus from growing on your skin.

 

 

Manufacturer:		Average Delivery Time: 12 Days
Sold Under Brand Name: Lotrimin		Exp. Date: Approx. March 2009

	Quantity	Strength	Price (USD)	Our Guarantees
	6 Tube(s)	1% / 15 grams	$38.00
	9 Tube(s)	1% / 15 grams	$52.00
	12 Tube(s)	1% / 15 grams	$73.00

Clotrimazole Cream (generic Lotrimin) Review

Why is Gyne-Lotrimin prescribed?

Clotrimazole, the active ingredient in these medications, is used to treat fungal infections. In preparations for the skin, it is effective against ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. In vaginal creams and tablets, it is used against vaginal yeast infections. In lozenge form, it is prescribed to treat oral yeast infections and to prevent them in people with weak immune systems.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The use of clotrimazole during the first trimester of pregnancy has not been adequately studied. It should be used during the first trimester only if clearly needed. Do not use clotrimazole at any time during pregnancy without the advice and supervision of your doctor.

It is not known whether clotrimazole appears in breast milk. Nursing mothers should use this medication cautiously and only when clearly needed.

Recommended dosage

Lotrimin (Clotrimazole)

Adults and Children

Wash your hands before and after you use Lotrimin (Clotrimazole). Apply in the morning and evening. Use enough Lotrimin to massage into the affected area.

Symptoms usually improve during the first week of treatment with Lotrimin (Clotrimazole).

GYNE-Lotrimin (Clotrimazole) CREAM

Adults

Fill the applicator with the cream and insert 1 applicatorful into the vagina every day, preferably at bedtime. Repeat this procedure for 7 consecutive days.

MYCELEX TROCHE

Adults

The recommended dosage is 1 troche slowly dissolved in the mouth 5 times daily for 14 consecutive days. For prevention, the recommended dose is 1 troche 3 times daily.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue using this medication.

• Side effects may include:
  Blistering, stinging, reddened skin, peeling, itching, irritated skin, hives, burning, swelling due to fluid retention

• Side effects of clotrimazole vaginal preparations may include:
  Abdominal/stomach cramps/pain, vaginal itching, vaginal irritation, vaginal burning, hives, skin rash, pain during sexual intercourse, headache, burning/irritation of penis of sexual partner, vaginal soreness during sexual intercourse

An unpleasant mouth sensation has been reported by some people taking Mycelex.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Gyne-Lotrimin (Clotrimazole)

None have been reported.

Why should Gyne-Lotrimin (Clotrimazole) not be prescribed?

You should not be using this medication if you have had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients.