Clotrimazole is used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). Clotrimazole is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs. Clotrimazole is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.
How To Use
- Use clotrimazole on the skin only.
- Clean and thoroughly dry the area to be treated.
- Apply clotrimazole to the affected skin, usually twice a day or as directed by your doctor.
- Dosage and length of treatment depend on the type of infection being treated.
- Do not apply this more often than prescribed.
- Apply enough clotrimazole to cover the affected area and some of the surrounding skin.
- After applying clotrimazole, wash your hands.
- Do not wrap, cover or bandage the area unless directed to do so by your doctor.
- Do not apply clotrimazole in the eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina.
- Use clotrimazole regularly to get the most benefit from it.
- To help remember, use clotrimazole at the same time.
- Quantity is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
- Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.
Expert Advice
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Wash hands or wear gloves before application.
- Contact your doctor if there is constant burning, swelling, itching, worsening of the condition, or lack of response to treatment.
- Insert full applicator gently into vagina at bedtime and eject cream into vagina.
- Contact prescriber if there is vulvar itching, fever, foul-smelling discharge, and if the condition worsens.
- Continue lying down for 30 minutes after administration.
- Do not have intercourse during therapy.
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