The drug 'Clotrimazole' (candles). Instructions for use

The drug "Clotrimazole" is a local antifungal medication, an imidazole derivative. The drug has an effect on various microorganisms. It is active against dermatophytes, dimorphic fungi, mold fungi, pathogens of blastomycosis, actinomycetes. Low concentrations of the drug have fungistatic, high - fungicidal effect.

Characterizing the effect of the drug "Clotrimazole" (candles), the instruction for use indicates the ability of the drug to slow the synthesis of ergosterol (the main component in the structure of the shell of the fungal cell). The absence of this element provokes destructive changes in the membranes of microbial cells. The drug "Clotrimazole" inhibits the activity of peroxidases. This further facilitates the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide in the fungal cell, which also contributes to destruction.

The drug "Clotrimazole" has an antibacterial effect on gram-positive microbes, in particular, streptococci and staphylococci, as well as corynebacteria (to a lesser extent). The drug has a trichomonadic and anti-amoebic effect.

The drug "Clotrimazole" (suppositories) is recommended for use with urogenital candidiasis. Mycosis of the skin, including secondary infection , is also included in the indications.

The drug is used in the form of an ointment, a solution, a liquid for spraying. The most convenient form in some cases are suppositories (for insertion into the vagina).

When urogenital candidiasis means "Clotrimazole" (vaginal pills) (reviews of many patients testify to this) is very effective in combination with cream. After the introduction of the suppository into the vagina from the outside, the ointment is applied to the genitals and the perineal region. In some cases, instillations (instillations) are carried out in the urethra of a 1% solution for six days.

The drug "Clotrimazole-Acry" (ointment) is used for fungal lesions on mucous membranes and skin, provoked by dermatophytes, yeast-like and mold fungi. The agent is shown in case of multi-colored lichen, candidiasis vulvovaginitis, erythrasis, trichomoniasis. The medication is used before delivery for the sanation of the birth canal.

The drug "Clotrimazole-Acry" (candles) is not produced.

Apply ointment per day no more than three times. Duration of treatment - about four weeks (on average). After eliminating the signs of pathology, experts recommend continuing treatment for another two weeks.

With local use of the drug "Clotrimazole" (suppositories) (instructions for use contain such data), side effects are extremely rare. In some cases, however, allergic reactions may occur.

The drug "Clotrimazole" (suppositories) does not allow for prescription for hypersensitivity. Contra-indications include the first trimester of pregnancy.

The effect of the drug on the state of the newborn and lactating women has not been studied. In this regard, the expediency of prescribing the medicine during lactation is determined by the doctor.

The drug "Klotrimazol" has the ability to slow the action of other local antifungal medicines. These include such drugs as "Nystatin", "Natamycin".

When taking the drug "Dexamethasone" in increased doses antifungal activity of the drug "Clotrimazole" slows down.

Do not apply ointment on the area near the eyes.

To avoid secondary infection, it is necessary to simultaneously treat both sex partners.

Treatment of trichomoniasis is recommended to be carried out together with chemotherapeutic drugs (with "Metronidazole" inside, for example).

Before using the drug "Clotrimazole" you need to consult a doctor.