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Clotrimazole (Topical)

Brand Names : Lotrimin AF Cream, Lotrimin AF Lotion, Lotrimin AF Solution, Lotrimin Cream, Lotrimin Lotion, Lotrimin Solution, Mycelex Cream, Mycelex Solution, Canesten Cream, Canesten Solution, Canesten Solution with Atomizer, Clotrimaderm Cream, Myclo Cream, Myclo Solution, Myclo Spray Solution, Neo-Zol Cream

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects


Category
  • Antifungal, topical
Description

Clotrimazole (kloe-TRIM-a-zole) topical preparations are used to treat fungus infections.

Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription. Others are available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper dose for your medical condition.

Clotrimazole is available in the following dosage forms:

    Topical
  • Cream (U.S. and Canada)
  • Lotion (U.S.)
  • Solution (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S.—

  • Lotrimin AF Cream
  • Lotrimin AF Lotion
  • Lotrimin AF Solution
  • Lotrimin Cream
  • Lotrimin Lotion
  • Lotrimin Solution
  • Mycelex Cream
  • Mycelex Solution

In Canada—

  • Canesten Cream
  • Canesten Solution
  • Canesten Solution with Atomizer
  • Clotrimaderm Cream
  • Myclo Cream
  • Myclo Solution
  • Myclo Spray Solution
  • Neo-Zol Cream

Generic name product may be available in the U.S.


   

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Clotrimazole: Before Using

Date Revised: 03/29/1994









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