Dermosporin 20g Skin Cream

This medicine is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. It contains Clotrimazole, an antifungal, which fights the fungi on the skin and nails and prevents its spread.

Clotrimazole

Antifungal

Cream

Clotrimazole is utilized for the following therapeutic indications:

• Treatment of superficial fungal infections such as athlete's foot and ringworm
• Management of vaginal candidiasis (yeast infections)
• Relief of symptoms associated with oral thrush
• Prevention and treatment of dermatophyte infections
• Use in combination therapies for systemic fungal infections
• Support for maintaining skin and mucosal health in affected areas

Take as per doctor's prescription. The dosage depends on what your doctor suggests to you, based on your age, weight, and immune system condition. Do not stop the medication abruptly. Apply twice daily on the affected skin, or as per your doctor's recommendation.

If you think you have used too much of this medicine, talk to your doctor. Seek medical emergency help immediately.

If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.

Wash your hands before using the cream. Apply the cream to the affected area. A 1cm strip of cream should be sufficient to treat a hand-sized area. Only apply the cream to your skin; keep it away from your lips, eyes, and mouth.

Be mindful of these things:

• Do not use clotrimazole on areas of the skin with open wounds, cuts, or severe irritation.
• Clotrimazole is typically intended for external use only. Do not ingest or use it internally unless specifically directed by a healthcare professional.

Common Side Effects include:

• Local mild burning
• Irritation
• Hypersensitivity reaction (allergic reaction)
• Erythema (redness of the skin)

Follow these precautions and warnings before starting the medication:

• Talk to your doctor if you have any allergic reaction or known hypersensitivity to any medicine components.
• If you are pregnant or a lactating mother, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
• Please avoid driving while using this medication as it can impact your concentration.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver impairment.
• Do not self-medicate.
• If any sort of swelling is experienced, consult your doctor immediately. Using clotrimazole, especially in high concentrations, might result in a severe rash.

You should use this medication with caution. Talk to your doctor in detail about all the medications you are taking for possible drug interactions and strictly adhere to the doctor's suggestions and prescriptions.

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.

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Do not use excessive gel or ointment. Follow your doctor's suggestion thoroughly.