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Canesten Gyn 1 Day Therapy

Canesten Gyn 1 Day Therapy

clotrimazole

Manufacturer:

GP Grenzach

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma

Marketer:

Bayer
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Clotrimazole
Indications/Uses
Fungal infection in the vaginal & vulva area. Acts on dermatophytes, yeasts & other fungi; gram +ve microorganisms (Strep/Staph/Gardnerella vaginalis) & gram -ve microorganisms (Bacteroides). Fungal infection (usually Candida) of the genital region (vaginitis). Super infections caused by clotrimazole-sensitive bacteria.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Vag infections 1 vag tab in the evening before going to bed as single dose.
Special Precautions
Patients w/ fever (≥38°C), lower abdominal or back pain, foul smelling vag discharge, nausea, vag haemorrhage &/or associated shoulder pain. Not to be performed during menstrual period; finish treatment before onset of menstruation. Do not use concomitantly w/ tampons, intravag douches, spermicides or other vag products. Avoid eye contact. Do not swallow. May reduce effectiveness & safety of latex products (eg, condoms & diaphragms) when applied on genital area (women: intravag, labia & adjacent area of vulva; men: prepuce & penis glans). Avoid vag intercourse in case of vag infection; partner may be infected while using clotrimazole. Sexual partner should undergo local treatment if symptoms (eg, pruritus, inflammation) are present. Insert vag tab w/o using applicator when used in pregnancy.
Adverse Reactions
Anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, hypersensitivity; syncope, hypotension; dyspnea; vag exfoliation, discharge & haemorrhage, vulvovag pruritus, erythema, discomfort, burning sensation & pain; abdominal pain, nausea; rash, urticaria; application site irritation, oedema, pain.
Drug Interactions
May increase plasma levels of oral tacrolimus (FK-506; immunosuppressant) & sirolimus.
MIMS Class
Preparations for Vaginal Conditions
ATC Classification
G01AF02 - clotrimazole ; Belongs to the class of imidazole derivative antiinfectives. Used in the treatment of gynecological infections.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Canesten Gyn 1 Day Therapy vag tab 0.5 g
Packing/Price
1's
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