What is Clotrimazole for:
This medication is an antifungal, prescribed for local fungal infections. This medication prevents fungal growth on the skin.
How does Clotrimazole work:
Clotrimazole works to harm the yeast and fight the infection.
How should Clotrimazole be used:
Tab- Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 10 mgday for 7 days.
Suppository- 100 mgday for 6 days.
Solution- Instill 1% solution as directed by your physician.
Lotioncreamsolution- Apply 2-3 timesday for 2-4 weeks.
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It also comes as a cream, lotion, powder and solution to apply over the skin.
Common side effects of Clotrimazole :
Belly pain. - Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What precautions should I take when taking Clotrimazole :
If you have an allergy to clotrimazole or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. If the yeast infection keeps coming back. Very bad belly pain. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Not able to eat. Dark urine or yellow skin or eyes.
Feeling very tired or weak. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Clotrimazole with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Clotrimazole :
Store it at room temperature and keep away from children.
Pregnancy Category
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.
Therapeutic Classification
Antifungals, Preparations for Vaginal Conditions, Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites
Therapeutic Classification
Anaesthetics- Local & General
What is Neomycin for:
It is used to stop infections during bowel surgery. It is used to lower the signs of hepatic coma.
How does Neomycin work:
This drug works to harm the bacteria and fight the infection. It works to lower the ammonia-making bacteria in the bowel in patients with hepatic coma.
How should Neomycin be used:
To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Use as you have been told, even if you are feeling better. Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach. There is a liquid (suspension) if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use. Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
Common side effects of Neomycin :
Belly pain. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Loose stools (diarrhea). Yogurt or probiotics may help. You may get these products at health food stores or in some pharmacies. Skin irritation
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking Neomycin :
If you have an allergy to neomycin or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Crohns disease, bowel block, or ulcerative colitis.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very loose stools (diarrhea), even after drug is stopped. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Ringing in ears.
Hearing loss. Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet. Shakiness, trouble moving around, or stiffness. Big change in balance. Seizures.
Not able to pass urine. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Neomycin with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Neomycin :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category N : Not yet classified.
Therapeutic Classification
Aminoglycosides, Topical Antibiotics, Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics
Therapeutic Classification
Corticosteroid Hormones, Antiasthmatic & COPD Preparations, Topical Corticosteroids
