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Clotrimazole - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Clotrimazole Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Clotrimazole-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Clotrimazole brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Clotrimazole
Pronunciation : kloe trim' a zole
ICD Code : Y40.7 Therapeutic Classification : Antifungals

Brand Names or Trade Names of Clotrimazole

India :

International :


Cruex, Antifungal, Desenex Cream, Femcare , FungiCURE, Fungoid Solution, Gyne-Lotrimin, Lotrimin Mycelex, TrochesMycelex-7, Mycelex-G

Why is Clotrimazole Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antifungal, prescribed for local fungal infections. This medication prevents fungal growth on the skin.

When should Clotrimazole not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Clotrimazole?

Tab- Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 10 mg/day for 7 days.
Suppository- 100 mg/day for 6 days.
Solution- Instill 1% solution as directed by your physician.
Lotion/cream/solution- Apply 2-3 times/day for 2-4 weeks.

How should Clotrimazole be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It also comes as a cream, lotion, powder and solution to apply over the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Clotrimazole?

• Avoid contact with eyes.

• Caution needed in patients with history of diabetes, alcohol abuse, children less than 3 years, pregnant women and breast feeding.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

What are the side effects of Clotrimazole?

General - Itching, redness, swelling, irritation of skin, nausea, vomiting and burning.

What are the other precautions for Clotrimazole?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Clotrimazole?

Store it at room temperature and keep away from children.

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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