How to choose a suitable antifungal agent,if you have thrush? Pay attention to the cream "Clotrimazole". In international medicine, it is known as Clotrimazole, is a very effective antifungal agent.
"Clotrimazole Cream" - instruction
Active substance (INN): clotrimazole
pharmachologic effect
This antifungal agent, related toimidazole group, reduces the synthesis of ergosterol (ergosterol is the main part of the membrane of the microbial wall), which leads to a change in the properties of the cell membrane of the microbial wall and its structure. Interacting with mitochondrial and peroxidase enzymes, the active substance increases the concentration of hydrogen peroxide to a toxic level, and this accelerates the destruction of fungal cells.
Also clotrimazole inhibits the activity of peroxidase. This improves the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide in a fungal cell and contributes to its destruction.
The cream "Clotrimazole" also has the following effects:
- anti-amebic;
- antitrichomonadny;
- antibacterial.
Dosage form
Solution, cream and powder (for external use), also a vaginal cream, ointment, vaginal tablets.
Indications
It is prescribed for skin mycoses and with urogenitalcandidiasis. "Clotrimazole" cream for thrush is especially effective at the initial signs of the disease. Unpleasant symptoms begin to disappear after the first use of the drug, but both partners should be treated to fix the result.
Contraindications
Cream "Clotrimazole" leads to hypersensitivity during pregnancy (I trimester) and in the menstrual period.
Side effects of "Clotrimazole"
Burning, irritation and peeling of the skin, swelling, erythematous rashes, headache, the appearance of blisters, itching of the skin.
How is the cream "Clotrimazole" applied?
The use is possible in the form of a solution, in the form of an ointment(cream), liquid for spraying or intravaginal tablets. Thin layer of solution or cream spreads the affected areas 2 times a day and rubs smoothly. The treatment period usually takes up to 4 weeks, and in severe cases and more. To avoid the re-occurrence of the disease, treatment can continue for another 3 weeks. Before lubricating the area of application, you should thoroughly wash your hands with soap and warm them in warm water and dry them.
"Clotrimazole" is also used as a drug that cures multicolored lichen. It is applied to areas of the skin for 10 or even more days (with the disease onset, the treatment lasts 3-4 weeks).
How does the drug interact with other drugs?
Dexamethasone inhibits the antifungal effect of clotrimazole when used in large doses.
The high concentration of propyl ether enhances the antimycotic effect of clotrimazole.
Clotrimazole may cause inhibition of the action of other antifungal agents used, and often of polyene antibiotics such as natamycin and nystatin.
How and where to store?
Store in a cool and dark place.
You should know!
What form of release?
Required!
Before you start using the drug "Clotrimazole", you should definitely consult your doctor.
