Dermivex Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Clotrimazole

Indications/Uses

All dermatomycoses due to moulds, other fungi (eg, Trichophyton spp) & yeasts (eg, Candida spp) including ringworm (tinea) infections (eg, athlete's foot), paronychia, pityriasis versicolor, erythrasma & intertrigo. Skin diseases showing secondary infection w/ these fungi. Candidal nappy rash, vulvitis & balanitis.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply thinly & evenly to affected area bid or tid & rub in gently. Dermatophyte infection Duration: At least 1 mth. Candidal infection Duration: At least 2 wk.

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Overdosage

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Not to be used to treat nail or scalp infections.

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Special Precautions

Contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions eg, contact dermatitis. Pregnancy & lactation.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Allergic reaction (syncope, hypotension, dyspnea, urticaria); blisters, discomfort/pain, oedema, erythema, irritation, peeling/exfoliation, pruritus, rash, stinging/burning.

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Drug Interactions

May cause damage to latex contraceptives & consequently may reduce their effectiveness.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites

ATC Classification

D01AC01 - clotrimazole ; Belongs to the class of imidazole and triazole derivatives. Used in the topical treatment of fungal infection.

Regulatory Classification

Non-Rx

Presentation/Packing

Form

Dermivex cream 10 mg/g (1% w/w)

Packing/Price

10 g x 1's;20 g x 1's;5 g x 1's

Dermivex

clotrimazole

Manufacturer:

Yash Pharmaceuticals

Distributor:

VE Pharma