Clotrimazole Ointment is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clotrimazole Ointment is used -
Mild
Is the use of Clotrimazole Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Clotrimazole is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Clotrimazole Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Clotrimazole is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clotrimazole Ointment on the Kidneys?
Clotrimazole is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clotrimazole Ointment on the Liver?
Clotrimazole is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Clotrimazole Ointment on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clotrimazole for the heart.
Clotrimazole Ointment should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clotrimazole Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clotrimazole Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clotrimazole Ointment has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Clotrimazole Ointment since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clotrimazole Ointment only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Clotrimazole Ointment for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clotrimazole Ointment
Taking Clotrimazole Ointment with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clotrimazole Ointment
Taking Clotrimazole Ointment with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
Yes, Clotrimazole safe for babies. It is an effective medication for nappy rash especially in infants between 9 - 12 month. However, it is best to inform a dermatologist if your baby is experiencing any undesirable effects after using this medicine.
Clotrimazole is a brand name of clotrimazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is used to treat antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).
Yes, Clotrimazole can cause itching. There are few common side effect reported such as localized irritation with stinging and burning sensation. Please inform your dermatologist if you're experiencing these symptoms.
No, ideally Clotrimazole is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Discontinuation of Clotrimazole on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, redness, and blistering. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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