Common English name: Clotrimazole for vaginal thrush
Brand: Canesten
Application: Vaginal thrush
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Clotrimazole for vaginal thrush
Medication Information: Many women occasionally develop vaginal thrush. Vaginal thrush is caused by a yeast fungus of the Candida species (often a yeast called Candida albicans). Common symptoms of vaginal thrush include itching, pain and redness outside the vagina, and white, odorless discharge. Clotrimazole kills the fungus that causes the infection.
Clotrimazole is commonly used in two ways to treat thrush. The first is an internal cream (suppository) that is inserted into the vagina to treat an infection. A cream (usually containing 2% clotrimazole) is then applied outside the vagina to relieve itching and pain. Many of the products available contain some form of clotrimazole (internal and external). Clotrimazole for the treatment of vaginal thrush, with or without a prescription, is sold in pharmacies.
For more information on clotrimazole for fungal skin infections and clotrimazole for ear infections, you can refer to the relevant page.
Contraindications Clotrimazole for vaginal thrush
- Note the expiration date of clotrimazole for vaginal thrush and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
- Never give clotrimazole for vaginal thrush to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Do not take clotrimazole for vaginal thrush more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Check for clotrimazole drug interactions and be sure to tell your doctor what other medications you are taking.
Clotrimazole drug interaction for vaginal thrush
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Tips to consider before taking clotrimazole
Some medications are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to know the following before taking clotrimazole for vaginal thrush:
- If you are under 16 or over 60 years old.
- If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant because you need to take clotrimazole for a longer period of time.
- If you have had vaginal thrush more than twice in 6 months.
- If your vaginal discharge stinks or is bloody or you have blisters or sores in your vaginal area.
- If you have pain, fever or illness.
- If you have a history of another sexually transmitted disease or if your partner has a sexually transmitted disease.
- If you are currently taking certain medications.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Possible side effects of clotrimazole for vaginal thrush
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Consult your doctor if you have a persistent complication that you feel is due to the use of clotrimazole.
How to store clotrimazole for vaginal thrush
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
- Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.