Like all medicines, Canesten V Cream 1% w/w can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. As with all medicines, some people may be allergic to the cream. If the patient is allergic, a reaction will occur soon after the patient start using it. If the patient experience an allergic reaction, stop using Canesten V Cream 1% w/w.
Signs of an allergic reaction may include: Rash; swallowing or breathing problems; swelling of lips, face throat or tongue; weakness, feeling dizzy or faint; nausea; discomfort/pain.
After applying the cream, the patient might experience: Itching, rash, blisters, burning, discomfort, swelling, irritation or peeling of skin.
If the patient experience any of the previously mentioned effects or react badly to the cream in any other way not listed, tell the physician or pharmacist immediately.
The patient may report any side effects or adverse drug reactions directly to the National Centre for Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring or by visiting the website portal.bpfk.gov.my.