Can you overuse clotrimazole?

Using too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time.

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What happens if you use clotrimazole too much?

If you use too much clotrimazole cream, spray or solution or use it more often than you need to, it may make your skin irritated or red. If this happens, use less the next time.

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Can you use clotrimazole every day?

Apply clotrimazole to the infected area 2 or 3 times a day for at least 2 weeks. Do not use clotrimazole cream, spray or solution for more than 4 weeks, unless a doctor tells you to. Fungal infections can become resistant to clotrimazole and it can stop working properly.

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Can clotrimazole be harmful?

When clotrimazole is applied locally and topically, toxic effects such as pelvic cramps, hives, skin rash, occasional headache, itching, and irritation of the vulva and vagina may be observed. Stop the medication if there are any adverse effects.

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Can I use clotrimazole more than twice a day?

No, more Lotrimin AF (clotrimazole) is not better. Using Lotrimin AF (clotrimazole) more than twice a day will raise your risk of experiencing skin irritation or rashes.

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How far apart can you take clotrimazole?

Adults and children 3 years of age and older: Dissolve one 10-milligram lozenge slowly and completely in your mouth; this dose should be taken five times a day for at least fourteen days.

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When should I stop using clotrimazole?

Clotrimazole may cause side effects. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using clotrimazole and call your doctor: blistering, redness, swelling, itching, burning, stinging, peeling, hives, or skin cracks.

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What to avoid when using clotrimazole?

Proper Use

Keep this medicine away from the eyes. When clotrimazole is used to treat certain types of fungus infections of the skin, an occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as kitchen plastic wrap) should not be applied over the medicine. To do so may cause irritation of the skin.

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Why does clotrimazole stop itching?

Clotrimazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection.

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Is clotrimazole hard on the liver?

Despite decades of widespread use, clotrimazole has not been linked to instances of clinically apparent hepatotoxicity. Likelihood score: E (unlikely cause of clinically apparent liver injury).

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Can you use clotrimazole for 2 weeks?

It comes as a single application that you use once. Clotrimazole external cream is used 2 or 3 times a day for at least 2 weeks.

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Can you use clotrimazole for a month?

Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine. Side-effects are unlikely but may include mild skin irritation or itching. If your symptoms do not improve within seven days, speak with your doctor. Do not use more than two courses of clotrimazole within six months without speaking with a doctor for further advice.

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Can fungi become resistant to clotrimazole?

Antifungal drugs treat fungal infections by killing or stopping the growth of dangerous fungi in the body. Fungi can develop resistance to antifungal drugs the same way bacteria can develop resistance to antibiotics.

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How long does a yeast infection last after using clotrimazole?

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve after 3 days or lasts more than 7 days. Tell your doctor if your infection returns within 2 months. You may need a different or additional medication to treat your condition.

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How much clotrimazole cream should I use for yeast infection?

Typical dosing for clotrimazole

Clotrimazole 1%: Insert one applicatorful (50 mg) into the vagina once daily at bedtime for 7 days. Clotrimazole 2%: Insert one applicatorful (100 mg) into the vagina once daily at bedtime for 3 days.

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How do I know if clotrimazole is working?

As a guide, infections such as athlete's foot usually clear up within a week or so of treatment, although infections affecting some other areas of the body can take slightly longer. If there are no signs of improvement after two weeks of using clotrimazole, you should make an appointment to see your doctor for advice.

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How many times a day can you use clotrimazole?

The cream is used twice a day for up to 7 days around the outside of the vagina. Follow the directions on the package or your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.

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How long does it take for clotrimazole to work?

How long does clotrimazole lozenge take to work? Clotrimazole lozenge is absorbed by the body and begins to treat oral thrush within 30 to 60 minutes after taking your dose. Most people will begin to feel relief in about a week, but it takes 2 weeks to completely get rid of the fungus causing your infection.

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Should you rub in clotrimazole?

Apply enough clotrimazole to cover the affected and surrounding skin areas, and rub in gently. Keep this medicine away from the eyes.

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How do you wash off clotrimazole?

If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Use this medicine at regular intervals. Do not use more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your doctor or health care professional even if you think you are better.

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Is clotrimazole a steroid?

CLOTRIMAZOLE; BETAMETHASONE (kloe TRIM a zole; bay ta METH a sone) is a corticosteroid and antifungal cream. It treats ringworm and infections like jock itch and athlete's foot.

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Does clotrimazole absorb into skin?

Can I use clotrimazole cream with other medicines? Yes - clotrmiazole cream is not absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream in significant amounts and so is not expected to affect other medicines.

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Why is it so difficult to cure a fungal infection?

Fungi are more challenging than bacteria to treat without damaging the host because eukaryotic animal cells and fungal cells share many of the same basic cell structures and machinery. This can lead to off-target drug effects that may manifest as serious side effects in patients.

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Why won't my fungal infection go away?

Antifungal resistance can occur for many reasons. It sometimes develops spontaneously. Or it may result from antibiotic overuse or misuse of antifungal medicines. People with compromised immune systems are most at risk for developing fungal infections that can lead to antifungal resistance.

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How do you get rid of stubborn fungal infection?

Treatment for skin fungus includes:
  1. Antifungal creams, many of which are available over-the-counter.
  2. Stronger prescription medications, which may work faster.
  3. Oral medicines, if the fungal infection is severe.

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