Clocip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Powder,Tablet,Cream. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Clocip have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clocip. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Clocip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Clocip normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Clocip's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clocip related warnings talks about Clocip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Clocip contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Clocip have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clocip is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Clocip 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Clocip safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Clocip safely.
Is the use of Clocip safe during breastfeeding?
Clocip is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clocip on the Kidneys?
Clocip is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clocip on the Liver?
Clocip is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Clocip on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clocip for the heart.
Clocip 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 Clocip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clocip habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clocip has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clocip will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clocip only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clocip in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clocip
It is safe to take Clocip with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clocip
Taking Clocip with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
Clocip 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).
No, ideally Clocip is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, ideally Clocip can't be used on the face but please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Clocip should be applied topically (on the skin) and it can be taken orally. Topically, it is applied in sufficient quantity on the affected area two times in a day. Duration, of course, will vary according to antifungal infection.
Yes, Clocip is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.