Canesten
Clotrimazole
Ingredients & Drug Type
Canesten is listed as Dermatology containing Clotrimazole. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Clotrimazole
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatology
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Strength
- 1%
Dosing
- Frequency
- 2–3 مرات يومياً
- Duration
- 14–28 يوماً
- Route
- topical
- Common catalog dose: طبقة رقيقة.
- Frequency: 2–3 مرات يومياً.
- Typical duration: 14–28 يوماً.
- Route: topical.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Canesten is listed as Dermatology containing Clotrimazole. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
Canesten (clotrimazole) is the world’s go-to topical antifungal — dermatophytes and candida alike, from athlete’s foot to the classic vaginal thrush range. The rule everyone breaks: continue 2 weeks past visible clearing (fungus hides in normal-looking skin). Keep folds dry; recurrent vaginal episodes (4+/year) deserve work-up, not serial pessaries; weakens latex condoms.
Uses / Indications
- Skin fungal infections
- tinea
- vaginal fungal infections
- Acne, allergy, inflammation, skin infection, or itching depending on diagnosis.
Side Effects
- خفيفة: حرقة أو لسعة أولى عابرة
- احمرار وحكة موضعية لدى قلة
- وجفاف. تحسس تماسي نادر. المهبلي: حرقة موضعية عابرة
- ويُضعف اللاتكس (الواقي) أثناء العلاج.
- Irritation, dryness, redness, itching, or local allergy.
Contraindications
- حساسية سابقة له. ليس للعين ولا داخل الفم (لفطريات الفم مستحضرات مخصصة). المهبلي بالحمل: شائع الاعتماد بموافقة الطبيب (يفضَّل على الفموي).
- Deep wounds, severe infection, or ingredient allergy without medical assessment.
Warnings
- مرتان يومياً + **أسبوعان بعد الشفاء الظاهري** = الوصفة الكاملة. جفف ما بين الأصابع والثنايا بعد كل غسل (الرطوبة حاضنة الفطر)
- وبدّل الجوارب يومياً. حكة «حساسية» تزداد مع كريمات الكورتيزون؟ الاحتمال الأول فطريات — هذا دواؤها. التهاب مهبلي متكرر فوق 4 مرات سنوياً يستحق تقييماً لا تحاميل متعاقبة. احجزي نسائية أو جلدية عبر كلينكس جو.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes unless the product is intended for that area.
Drug Interactions
- موضعياً لا شيء جهازي يُذكر. تنبيه اللاتكس المذكور للأشكال المهبلية. لا يُجمع بنفس البقعة مع كورتيزون منفرد بلا تشخيص (يموه الفطر ويطلقه).
- Tell your clinician about other skin products, especially peels, steroids, and topical antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Apply a thin layer only to the affected area.
- Wash hands after use.
- Use sun protection with photosensitizing medicines.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Canesten?
Canesten contains Clotrimazole and is categorized as Dermatology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Canesten?
Catalog dosing information includes: طبقة رقيقة. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Canesten?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Canesten be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.