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What is Clotrimazole 1% Cream

Clotrimazole is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva external thrush or the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush. When Clotrimazole is applied to the infected area of skin it works by destroying the fungus or yeast which has caused the infection.

Who can use Clotrimazole 1% Cream

Suitable for adults and children

This product is not eligible for returns

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Active ingredients: Clotrimazole.

Other ingredients: Benzyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, cetyl esters wax, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, sorbitan monostearate and purified water.

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How to use Clotrimazole 1% Cream

Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press
If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream
With steady pressure, gently insert enema Comfortip into anus with nozzle pointing towards navel.
Clotrimazole should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas, two or three times daily and rubbed in gently
A strip of cream cm long is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand.
The duration of the treatment depends upon the type of infection. Use the cream for at least two weeks for candida thrush infections or at least one month for other infections.
If you have athlete foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend one.

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Precautions to consider before using Clotrimazole 1% Cream 20g

Do not use Clotrimazole:

If you or your baby if treating nappy rash are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Clotrimazole if you have used a cream containing clotrimazole or a similar medicine before and suffered an allergic or unpleasant skin reaction.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

As with all medicines, some people may be allergic to the cream. If you or your baby are allergic, a reaction will occur soon after you start using it. If you or your baby experience an allergic reaction, stop using Clotrimazole 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 the lips, face, throat or tongue
Weakness, feeling dizzy or faint
Nausea

After you apply the cream you might experience:

Itching, rash, blisters, burning, discomfort, swelling, irritation, pins and needles, redness or peeling of skin. This may mean that you are allergic to the cream.

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Clotrimazole 1% Cream 20g

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