How Much to Use: Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press. Canesten V Cream 1% w/w should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas two or three times daily and rubbed in gently. A strip of cream (½ cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand. The symptoms of the 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. If symptoms persist, consult the physician.
Patients should notify their physician if there is no improvement after 4 weeks of treatment.
When to Use It: It can be applied anytime of the day.
How Long to Use It: 1-2 weeks.
If the Patient Forget to Use It: Apply the cream as soon as possible and then continue the rest of the treatment as usual.