Canesten ointment: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is Canesten (Clotrimazole) used for?

Canesten (Clotrimazole) is an ointment that you can get at pharmacies either with or without a doctor's prescription. That is, this drug is free.

This drug is an antifungal drug whose main function is to treat skin infections caused by yeast fungi (for example Candida), dermatophytes (for example Trichophyton, Tinea), and other fungi on the body, such as:

• Tinea pedis, or athlete's foot,fungi that are usually present on the feet or toes which are better known as water fleas
• Tinea cruris, a fungal infection of the skin in the groin, genital area, upper inner thigh or buttocks that causes a ring-shaped rash
• Tinea corporis, otherwise known as ringworm
• Diaper rash caused by candida albicans infection
• Prickly heat caused by candida albicans infection

This medication may also be used for other treatments not listed above. So if you have any questions about this ointment, you should ask and discuss with your doctor.

How to use Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

There are several things that you should pay attention to when using canesten ointment, including:

• Use canesten to cover the affected part of the skin, then apply it slowly.
• Keep this medication away from your eyes.
• When using this medication to treat a fungal infection of the skin, do not use a bandage that is too tight as it may irritate the skin. Use a cover when applying the medicine to the skin if your doctor advises you to.
• Use this remedy until the yeast infection is completely gone. Generally, yeast infections take longer to heal, so use this remedy every day for a few weeks until you are sure that your condition has really improved and that the yeast infection has disappeared. If you stop using the medication too soon, there is a concern that symptoms of infection will reappear.

How to use it is as follows:

• Wash your hands after using canesten ointment to avoid spreading the infection to other areas.
• Clean the part of the skin affected by the fungal infection, then dry it.
• Canesten ointment should be applied to the affected area only in a thin way, two to three times a day and rubbed in gently.
• If you are taking this medicine to treat ringworm in the groin, your condition should improve after two weeks of treatment with canesten ointment.
• If you are using canesten to treat water fleas, your symptoms should improve after four weeks of treatment.
• If you are treating water fleas, make sure the gaps between your toes are also smeared with canesten ointment. Also make sure that you wear shoes that have good blood circulation and change shoes and socks at least once a day.
• Wash your hands after applying canesten ointment to the infected skin to avoid spreading the yeast infection to other parts of your body.

How to store Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

Canesten (Clotrimazole) is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light exposure. Place the medicine away from humid places, such as bathrooms. Do not freeze this drug on freezer.

Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush Canesten (Clotrimazole) down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.

Consult your pharmacist about how to safely dispose of your product.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dosage of Canesten (Clotrimazole) for adults?

Consult your doctor for information about the dosage of Canesten ointment. Generally, Canesten (Clotrimazole) is recommended to be used in an amount sufficient to cover the affected area for a fungal infection for varying periods of time, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.

Adult dosage of canesten ointment for ringworm (tinea corporis)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice daily for a maximum of four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Adult dosage of canesten ointment for fungal infections of the skin in the groin, genital area, upper inner thigh or buttocks (tinea cruris)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice a day for a maximum of two weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Adult dosage for water fleas (tinea pedis)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Take this medication and do the same twice a day for four to eight weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Adult dosage for cutaneous candidiasis

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice a day for two to four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Adult dosage for tinea versicolor

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice a day for two to four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

What is the dosage of Canesten (Clotrimaxole) for children?

Consult your doctor for information about the dosage of Canesten (Clotrimaxole) hydrochloride.

For children over three years of age, canesten is generally recommended to be used in sufficient quantities to cover the affected area of ​​the yeast infection for varying periods of time, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.

Children's dosage for ringworm (tinea corporis)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice daily for a maximum of four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Children's dosage for fungal infections of the skin in the groin, genital area, upper inner thigh or buttocks (tinea cruris)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice a day for a maximum of two weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Children's dosage for water fleas (tinea pedis)

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Take this medication and do the same twice a day for four to eight weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Child dosage for cutaneous candidiasis

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Take this medication and do the same twice a day for two to four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Children's dosage for tinea versicolor

Use ointment canesten according to the condition of the yeast infection in your body. Use this medication and do the same twice a day for two to four weeks, depending on the severity of the infection.

Meanwhile, the dosage of canesten ointment has not been established for children less than three years of age. This medicine may not be safe for your child. It is always important to understand the safety of drugs before using them. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist for more information.

In what dosage is Canesten (Clotrimazole) available?

The drug is available in the following dosage forms and levels: 1%, 2% ointment.

Side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

Like the use of other medicines, the use of canesten ointment (Clotrimazole) can cause some side effects.

Most of the following side effects are rare and do not require additional treatment. However, it is important that you consult your doctor if you have any problems after taking this medicine.

Stop using the drug if you experience the following side effects:

• Burning sensation on the skin
• The skin feels stinging
• Itchy skin
• Reddish skin
• Skin rash
• Blistered or peeling skin

Not everyone experiences the side effects mentioned above. There may be some side effects not listed above but that you are experiencing. If you have concerns about certain side effects, do not hesitate to consult a specialist, such as your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be known before using Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

Before you use Canesten ointment, there are things you should pay attention to and do, such as:

• Make sure the benefits of the drug to you outweigh the risk of possible side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you have an allergy to this drug, which is the drug content in it. Also tell if you have allergies to other drugs, food, coloring, preservatives, or animals.
• Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Do not use other skin medications while you are using canesten ointment, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight or clothes that can block blood circulation. Use loose clothing until the fungal infection disappears and is completely cured.

Is Canesten (Clotrimaxole) safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There is no adequate research on the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

These drugs are included in pregnancy risk category B according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = May be risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

Meanwhile, there is not sufficient evidence whether this drug can affect breastfeeding mothers and breastfed babies. Always consider the benefits and risks of use before using drugs. If you are in doubt, consult a health professional such as a doctor and pharmacist before using the drug.

Interaction

What other medicines may interact with Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

This drug may interact with other drugs you are currently taking, which may change how your medicine works or increase your risk of serious side effects.

To avoid drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you use (including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist.

For your safety, do not start, stop using, or change the dosage of any of the medicines listed below without your doctor's approval.

Using canesten ointment with the following medicines may increase your risk of some side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you.

If the two drugs are prescribed together by your doctor, the doctor will change the dose or change the time when one or both drugs are used at once.

• Tacrolimus
• Trimetrexate

Can food or alcohol interact with Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

This medication may interact with food or alcohol, which can change how the drug works or increase the risk of serious side effects. It is recommended that you discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this medication.

What health conditions may interact with Canesten (Clotrimazole)?

Canesten (Clotrimazole) ointment has the potential to interact with other health conditions you are experiencing. These interactions can worsen your health condition or change the way the drugs work. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all your current health conditions.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the hospital emergency department of the nearest hospital.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, use the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if you find that when you remember that it is nearing the time to take the next dose of the drug, skip the missed dose and return to your usual dosing schedule. Do not double your dose because a higher dose does not guarantee you a faster recovery and increasing the dose may make your condition worse.

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