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If the patient is pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby, tell the physician or midwife before using Canesten V Cream 1% w/w. If the patient have informed the physician or midwife already, follow the instructions carefully.
As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid the use of clotrimazole during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with clotrimazole. As with other creams, Canesten V Cream 1% w/w may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms. Consequently, if the patient is using the cream on the vulva or penis, the patient should use alternative precautions for at least five days after using the product.
