Canesten Extra Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Side Effects Drug Interactions Storage Patient Counseling Information MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Bifonazole

Indications/Uses

Skin infections eg, tinea, athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm of the body & other skin infections caused by fungi & yeasts.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply thinly to the affected area once daily & rub in gently. Duration of treatment: Athlete's foot or tinea of the foot 3 wk.Yeast infections of the skin (including candida infection) 2-4 wk. Jock itch 2-3 wk. Ringworm or tinea of the body (tinea versicolor) 2 wk.

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Nappy rash; nail & scalp infections; vag infections.

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Special Precautions

For external use only & should not be put in the mouth or swallowed. Contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (eg, contact dermatitis); benzyl alcohol which may cause allergic reactions & mild local irritation. Pregnancy & lactation.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Slight irritation or burning, reddening of the skin, peeling. Local skin irritation eg, burning, pain or itching; rash, redness, dryness; soft or soggy appearance to the skin; swelling, hives, blisters. Allergic reactions eg, rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of lips/face/throat/tongue, weakness, feeling dizzy or faint, nausea.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites

ATC Classification

D01AC10 - bifonazole ; Belongs to the class of imidazole and triazole derivatives. Used in the topical treatment of fungal infection.

Regulatory Classification

P₁

Patient Counseling Information

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Presentation/Packing

Form

Canesten Extra cream 1%

Packing/Price

20 g x 1's

Canesten Extra

bifonazole

Manufacturer:

Bayer

Distributor:

Zuellig