Canesten clotrimazole solution 20 ml

Canesten Clotrimazole solution is a medicine for the treatment of fungal diseases (mycoses) of the skin. Due to the broad spectrum of action of clotrimazole, the solution is effective against many different pathogens that can cause fungal skin infections in humans. Local application inhibits or kills the growth of the fungal species that occur in foot and nail fungal diseases. The solution not only works on the surface of the skin, it also penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin.

field of use

Canesten Clotrimazole solution is used for fungal diseases of the feet, usually in the space between the toes, the soles of the feet and the nails. Itchy blisters, redness, flaking and swelling are usually clear indications of a fungal infection.

Contraindications

Canesten Clotrimazole solution must not be used if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of Canesten Clotrimazole solution listed in section 6.

Interactions

Canesten Clotrimazole should not be used together with other medicines against fungal infections (e.g. amphotericin, nystatin).

Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

Pregnancy
There is no indication that use during pregnancy is expected to have harmful effects on mother and child. As a precautionary measure, clotrimazole should not be used in the first 3 months of pregnancy.

Breast-feeding
You should not breast-feed during treatment with Canesten.

Fertility/Childbearing
No studies have been conducted on the effects of clotrimazole on fertility, but animal studies have shown no harmful effects of the drug. 

Important information about certain other ingredients of Canesten Clotrimazole solution
Canesten contains propylene glycol. This can cause skin irritation and irritation of mucous membranes or eyes.

Application

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or exactly as discussed with your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.

To ensure complete healing, treatment should continue according to the instructions below even if symptoms have disappeared. The solution is intended for use on the skin.

The solution is applied thinly to the affected skin areas 2 - 3 times a day and rubbed in. Due to its intensive effectiveness, a few drops are usually enough for an area about the size of a palm. Wash your feet before each use to remove loose skin cells. Then dry thoroughly, because mushrooms love moisture.

Use in Children and Adolescents
Data on a limited number of newborns, infants, toddlers, children and adolescents show no evidence of adverse effects with the use of Canesten clotrimazole solution. 

Side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

The following side effects are possible; their frequency cannot be estimated based on the available data:

Immune system disorders:
General allergic reactions such as brief fainting (syncope), drop in blood pressure (hypotension), shortness of breath (dyspnea), hives (urticaria)

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders:
Blisters, mild pain, edema, erythema, irritation, skin peeling, itching (pruritus), rash, stinging/burning.

composition

The active ingredient is clotrimazole. 1 ml contains 0.01 g clotrimazole.

The other ingredients are isopropanol, polyethylene glycol 400 and propylene glycol.

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