{"product_id":"canesten-clotrimazole-1-cream-20g","title":"Canesten - Clotrimazole 1% Fungal Infection Cream 20g (P)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCanesten - Clotrimazole 1% Cream\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCanesten Fungal Infection Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external female thrush) or the end of the penis, which may be associated with male thrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe active substance in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCanesten Antifungal Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of fungal skin infections\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can help the treatment to work if you follow these simple self-help tips:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• 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.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Keep the affected skin areas clean.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Pay particular attention to drying the skin, but avoid excessive rubbing.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Always wash your hands after treating the infection to prevent it from spreading.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have athlete’s foot:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Remember to dry the skin between the toes thoroughly.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Wash your socks, stockings, and tights thoroughly in hot water to remove any shed skin or fungal spores.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Change your footwear daily if possible\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"smaller-container\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-border\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use Canesten cream:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you (or your baby if treating nappy rash) are allergic (hypersensitive) to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (please see leaflet enclosed with your medicine), including cetostearyl alcohol, of Canesten cream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo treat nail or scalp infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant information about some of the ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin irritation (e.g. rash, itching or redness).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Canesten cream if you are taking any prescribed medicines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with other creams, Canesten cream may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms. Consequently, if you are using this cream on the vulva or penis, you should use alternative precautions for at least five days after using this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e If you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten cream. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his\/her instructions carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all medications, Canesten cream can have side effects, however not everyone will experience these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you or your baby experience an allergic reaction, stop using Canesten cream and tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigns of an allergic reaction may include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwallowing or breathing problems. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeakness, feeling dizzy or faint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNausea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter you apply the cream you might experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eItching, rash, blisters, burning, discomfort, swelling, irritation, redness or peeling of skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. If you purchased this product without a prescription, follow these directions closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanesten cream should be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eapplied thinly and evenly to the affected areas two or three times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand rubbed in gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strip of cream (1\/2 cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe duration of the treatment depends upon the type of infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenerally, a minimum of two weeks is required, although up to four weeks may be necessary.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have athlete's foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well. The symptoms of 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms persist, consult your doctor.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanesten cream is for external use only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you forget to use Canesten apply the cream as soon as possible, then continue the rest of your treatment as usual. Do not suddenly stop using Canesten as this may cause the symptoms of the infection to return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eActive ingredient: clotrimazole 1% w\/w\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther ingredients:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSorbitan stearate, Polysorbate 60, Cetyl palmitate, Cetostearyl alcohol, Octyldodecanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Purified water\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canesten","offers":[{"title":"Canesten - Clotrimazole 1% Fungal Infection Cream 20g (P)","offer_id":48712354005248,"sku":"5.01E+12","price":34.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/3189\/1968\/files\/canestennappyrashcream.jpg?v=1778605506","url":"https:\/\/themedaid.com\/products\/canesten-clotrimazole-1-cream-20g","provider":"The Medaid Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}