Clotrimazole Side Effects

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Clotrimazole, sold under the brand name Lotrimin, among others, is an antifungal medication.[1] It is used to treat vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, diaper rash, tinea versicolor, and types of ringworm including athlete's foot and jock itch.[1] It can be taken by mouth or applied as a cream to the skin or in the vagina.[1] Common side effects when taken by mouth include nausea and itchiness.[1] When applied to the skin, com...

I am using polycutan for almost 3 years, my skin condition is worsen. The skin layer is depleted. There is a burning sensation, itching and redness of the skin will tiny swellings. Please advise. ## Hello, Stephen! How are you? Why have you been using it for so long? This is normally used to treat fungal infections, such as yeast infections and isn't normally intended for long-term use. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation and dryness. ## Thank You Verwon for your concern. It seems that due to family background I have Syrosis. And it was found that itching comes and goes. If I sweat a lot, then it becomes worse. I was advised to dilute this cream with some other cream. Since then I am using a mixture of Polycutan+Vaseline. It really h...

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## Clotrimazole with Betamethasone combines an antifungal with a steroid class medication, it's used topically to treat skin fungal infections. Side effects to topical use may include skin irritation, rash, redness and burning. Learn more Clotrimazole details here and you can learn more Betamethasone details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What about ringworm on the skin? Can it help with that?

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i am suffering from ringworm spread near my vaginal area ## Hello, Based on my research, Clotrimazole can be used to treat yeast infections of the vagina, mouth, and skin such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and body ringworm. Administration: To use Clotrimazole cream, gently massage the cream into and around the affected skin areas two times a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. If no improvement is noticed within 4 weeks of use, speak with your doctor. Side effects can include (but are not limited to): Erythema Stinging, Blistering, Peeling, Pruritis, , Edema, Urticaria Burning, General irritation of the skin. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Clotrimazole Details Note: All thoughts and opinions expressed are based on my research and should not be mist...

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I have a full prescription bottle of Clotrimazole 10 mg troche. They were issued to me December 26, 2013. Today is January 13, 2017. They've been kept in my dresser drawer in bedroom in controlled temperature indoors. I currently have Oral Thrush in my mouth and a vaginal yeast infection . I need to know if i can take these tablets? ## This medication does not become dangerous, once expired, but it does start to lose efficacy, so it likely will not work as well as it did, when new. Thus, it would be best to see your doctor for a new prescription. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can I drink alcholic beverages on this once I've started application on affected area ## Yes. It's only an anti-fungal and steroid. Alcohol will have no interaction with that cream. ## What has your doctor, or pharmacist advised? I wouldn't agree and say there would be no effect, because your body does absorb some of the medications, it's just that the effects would be very slight, as compared to medications that you take orally and absorb much more of in your body. Another issue may result from the fact that the alcohol can thin your blood and affect your circulation, it may result in your absorbing more of it, than normal.

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## I have a vaginal problem, when I used the bathroom I sit and pee I pee a little then this very bad irritation comes are it, it feels like I still have to pee and when I go just a little comes out with the pain still...my grandmother suggested using gentamicina, betametasona, and clotrimazol but she says to pit a lot on the inside of my vagina and my question is that okay can I put the cream inside? ## I have had nail fungus for the last ten years or more. Candid B lotion works well but it returns after I stop using it. Are there side effects of the prolonged use of it. Can you please tell me what is causing the re-occurance ## In regards to the first question from Patty, that actually sounds like it could be a urinary tract infection and if so, it will require an antibiotic. You shou...

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i just wanted to find out how safe it is to use expired Clotrimazole Vaginal tablets. the tablets expired in April 2010 but the packing is still intact. ## Hi! I had vaginal discharge and I went to clinic they gave me clotrimazole viginal tablet,I used it then the following day as it comes out,it came with menstruation.So am little bit confused cos it wasn't my period time.Is it normal? ## Roberts, they do not become dangerous, once they are expired, but they may lose efficacy, according to NIH reports, so they may not work as well as they did, when new. Juliet, it is normal for some of it to be discharged, and for you to experience spotting, according to NIH studies. Other side effects may include irritation, itching, and skin redness. How are you both doing, now? ## I used a clotr...

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Gentamacyn 1mg Betamethasone 0.5 mg Clotrimazole 10mg ## Hello, Arturo! How are you? This cream combines a steroid, antifungal and antibiotic, it is for topical use only. the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, dryness and rash. Did you have any specific questions about it? ## Is it ok to use for cold sores?

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Hi im busi I want to know that can I use clotrimazole viginal tablet when im suffer from sti ## This medication is used to treat fungal infections, such as ringworm, or a yeast infection. It will not help with a bacterial STI. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. Have you had this checked out by your doctor to verify what it is that you are suffering from?

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Need to know If I can order this online in Mexico and be shipped to US ## Hello, Jim! How are you? I'm sure there are ways you could, but it isn't legal to do so, since all of these ingredients require a prescription in the U.S. The Betamethasone is a steroid class medication that carries the risk of causing some dangerous side effects, such as fluid retention, elevated heart rate and elevated blood pressure, so the U.S. doesn't allow most of them to be used, without a physician's supervision. Are there any other questions or concerns? ## You can get Quadriderm on amazon. I use to live in Mexico and we use to call it the triple treat cream lol. ## Just go to a Mexican flea market is all ## I have really bad dark spots in my face. Is the cream or can available in Mexico?

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The expiration date shown on my Clotrimazole vaginal gel is July 2017. So, is it possible to use it in July or should it be used before July? ## It does not become dangerous, once expired, but it may start to lose efficacy, and in most cases, the FDA means it should be used by the end of the month, though checking with your pharmacist may be a good idea to be certain. Its typical side effects as listed as possibly including spotting, irritation, itching, and discharge. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can I go tan? I only have used this for one week after what may have been an allergic reaction above my eyes (in upper lids and bellow brows along with three other small spots in neck and chest). It helped the swelling and peeling and seems to have cleared up. I am still taking it to prevent recurrence, as I believe it was an allergic reaction to a specific strain of medicinal cannabis which I have been prescribed for several years. Thank you from cold and wanting to tan in Maine. ## Hello, Sarah! How are you? It would be best not to do so since this medication could make your skin more sensitive to the effects of heat and light, according to FDA reports. Other side effects may include redness, irritation, and flaking. How long will you be using it?

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## Ok I got an breakout from latex or the ky jelly within a hour from the gyn I wanted to know can I use Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream inside and outside my vagina or is there anything I can use ## What type of breakout? This cream combines an antifungal medication (Clotrimazole) with a steroid, (Betamethasone), so there is a risk of it making some issues worse. The FDA also warns that it may cause side effects, such as skin redness, irritation, itching, and flaking. And you should not use anything inside your vagina that has not been specially formulated for such use. How are you doing, now? Has there been any change? Have you ever had issues with latex, before?

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I had a miscarriage 10 months back due to a hematoma in the womb. And because of continued use of sanitary napkins, I developed a severe skin itch. Tried every topical application recommended by doctors. I am now told I have a fungal infection. I am advised Canesten (Clotrimazole) vaginal tablets. One hour after insertion, there was a milky liquid discharge. Is it the infection getting out or the medicine which hasn't been inserted well? Also, I'd like to know if these medicines have any side effects of any sorts- short term or long term?

Can I use this on a 10onth old baby . Clotrazole cream USP 1% for a yeast infection ## Hi Christina, Clotrimazole is used to treat yeast infections. However, according to the US National Institute of Health, the product warning label for Clotrimazole recommends asking a doctor before applying this medication on children under 2 years of age. I don't know what sort of risk factors or side effects may be associated with children in this age group who are taking Clotrimazole, but I'm sure the age limit is in place for a good reason. So we can only hope that the doctor will be able to make an appropriate judgement call upon determining whether or not it's going to be safe. Something they may take into consideration is the child's biological age in conjunction with their chro...

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I used 3 tablets one per day and I feel great but I think the tablets might be causing vaginal dryness? My symptoms were really light, some white curd like discharge, nothing more. It showed in the morning and in the evening used the first tablet. But now it kind of aches and feels dry and it is really difficult to put the tablets in. Tonight I tried using a little water but it just started burning and wouldn't go in. Would it be enough using it for three days 100 mg, or do I just skip a day and try tomorrow? ## Has your doctor told you to use these? The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, discharge, and spotting. Are you on any other medications? Have you tried using a lubricant? ## 2wiks pregnant na po gf ko anu po dapt niyang inumin para ma...

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Hi m lerato I would like 2 ask how long do the side effect last after using canex v?I have used canex v 4 3 days n it's no longer that painful when urinating does tht mean it's working? ## Hello, Lerato! How are you? Has there been any change? Canex V is listed as containing Clotrimazole, which is an antifungal medication that's commonly used to treat yeast infections. Its typical side effects, as reported by the U.S. FDA, may include discharge, spotting, skin redness and irritation, but they shouldn't last more than a few days after stopping it's use. However, it does not treat urinary tract infections, that would require an antibiotic. Have you had any more pain or burning?

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clotrimaderm mix with hyderm and 1% creme ## Clotrimaderm with Hyderm contains Clotrimazole and Hydrocortisone, which combines an antifungal with a type of steroid to treat skin conditions, such as fungal infections. Side effects are most commonly related to the topical application and include skin redness, burning and irritation. Learn more Clotrimazole details here and you can learn more Hydrocortisone details here. Are there any questions or concerns?

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I have a burning , itching feeling inside my Vagina, I useually get blader infections but I have never had it so bad! Is swollen and I feel the need to urinate the whole time! There is no discharge or anything! PLEASE help me! ## Based on my research, Canex T (Clotrimazole) can cause the following side effects - many of which correspond to the symptoms you're describing: itching burning irritation redness swelling stomach pain fever foul-smelling discharge if using the vaginal product upset stomach or vomiting with the lozenges (troches) Ref: nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a682753.html Have you had a moment to contact your gynecologist about this yet? ## i was having itchy, burning & redish rush on my vagina, the pharmacist suggested Canex t cream for me because am pregna...

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