Clotrimazole 1% Cream 20g

Clotrimazole 1% cream 20g. Can be used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It can also be used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) or the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.

Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
If the cream has been prescribed for you by your doctor, follow any instructions he/she may have given you.
If you have purchased this product without a prescription, carefully follow the directions below:
•  should be applied, thinly and evenly, to the affected area two or three times daily and rubbed in gently.
• If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
• The duration of treatment depends upon the type of infection. Generally a minimum of two weeks is required, although up to four weeks may be necessary.
The symptoms of the skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
Your doctor or pharmacist may recommend that you use an antifungal dusting powder as well, particularly for treating athlete's foot.
You can help the treatment to work if you follow these simple self-help tips:
• Although the infected area will itch, try not to scratch. Scratching will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further.
• Keep affected skin areas clean and dry, but avoid excessive rubbing.

If you are unsure whether you (or your baby if treating nappy rash) have one of these fungal skin infections, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not use the cream if you (or your baby if treating nappy rash) have previously had an allergic reaction to clotrimazole or to any of the other ingredients in this product. If you are unsure about this, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

If you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using clotrimazole Cream. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his/her instructions carefully.

Clotrimazole Cream may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms. If you are using this cream on the vulva or penis you should take alternative contraceptive precautions for at least five days after using this product.

Clotrimazole Cream is for external use only and should not be put in the mouth or swallowed. If it is swallowed accidentally, seek medical advice immediately.

Do not store the cream above 25°C.

Do not use the cream after the expiry date, which is printed at one end of the carton and on the end of the tube.
If you find that you still have this medicine after its expiry date, return it to your local pharmacist who will dispose of it properly.