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What is Canesten Solution 1% Clotrimazole?

Canesten Solution 1% Clotrimazole 20ml is a liquid antifungal treatment specially formulated to combat a variety of fungal skin and ear infections. This solution is ideal for use on areas where creams may be difficult to apply, such as between toes, around the groin, scalp, or in the outer ear. With clotrimazole 1%, a well-known antifungal ingredient, the solution works by stopping the growth of fungi and yeasts, helping to ease discomfort like itching, redness, and irritation. The dropper-style bottle allows for clean, controlled application, even on sensitive or awkward areas. Targets the root cause of fungal infections including athletes foot, ringworm, and outer ear infections.

Antifungal Formula with Clotrimazole 1%

What are the benefits?

With Clotrimazole 1%, a well-known antifungal ingredient, the solution works by stopping the growth of fungi and yeasts, helping to ease discomfort like itching, redness, and irritation.

What are the key features?

Liquid for Hard-to-Reach Areas
The solution format is especially helpful for treating skin folds, hairy areas, and ear infections where creams may not be suitable.
Precision Dropper Application: Comes with an easy-to-use dropper for accurate, hygienic application, no mess, no waste.
Relieves Common Fungal Symptoms: Helps soothe itching, burning, and irritation while clearing infection.
Compact 20ml Bottle: Ideal for keeping in a medicine cabinet or taking on-the-go.
Suitable for Adults and Children Over 12
Can be used multiple times daily as directed until symptoms resolve and healing is complete.

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What are the active ingredients?

Clotrimazole 200mg 1%w/v

What are the other ingredients?

Macrogol 400

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How to use Canesten Solution Clotrimazole 1% 20ml

If Canesten Solution has been prescribed for you by your doctor, follow any instructions they may have given you. If you purchased this product without a prescription, follow these directions closely:

If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the solution.
For skin infections, Canesten Solution should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas two or three times daily.
A few drops are enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand.
For ear infections, put 2 - 3 drops of Canesten Solution in the ear two or three times daily.
The treatment should be continued for at least two weeks after the disappearance of all signs of infection, to prevent re-infection.
If you have athlete foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend one. The symptoms of your infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

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Precautions to consider before using Canesten Solution Clotrimazole 1% 20ml

Do not use Canesten Solution:

If you are allergic hypersensitive to clotrimazole or the other ingredient of Canesten Solution, macrogol 400.
Using other medicines: Canesten Solution and Sofradex drops may cause a heat reaction when used together.
Consult your doctor before using these products together in the ear.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: If you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten Solution Wash your socks, stockings and tights thoroughly in hot water to remove any shed skin or fungal spores.
Change your footwear daily if possible.

What are the common side effects

Like all medicines, Canesten Solution can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. As with all medicines, some people may be allergic to the solution.

If you are allergic, a reaction will occur soon after you start using it.
If you experience an allergic reaction, stop using Canesten Solution and tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital.

Signs of an allergic reaction may include:

Rash.
Swallowing or breathing problems.
Swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Weakness, feeling dizzy or faint.
Nausea.

After you apply the solution you might experience:

Itching, rash, blisters, burning, discomfort, swelling, irritation, redness or peeling of skin. Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.
You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

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