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HOW should this drug be taken? For vaginal infections: What ADVERSE EFFECTS can this
drug cause? What should you do
Clotrimazole works when it is in contact If this is the first time you have vaginal about them?
with yeast/fungi and when it is applied or itching or discharge, contact your doctor.
taken several times a day. Clotrimazole Generally, clotrimazole has few adverse
must be used regularly to be effective. Usually, clotrimazole cream, tablets or effects. You may notice local burning,
suppositories are inserted vaginally at itching or redness where it is applied.
For infections of the throat or bedtime to treat yeast infections. When taking clotrimazole by mouth (as a
mouth: liquid or tablet) you may have some
Fill the supplied applicator with cream, or nausea or vomiting.
Dissolve tablets in the mouth over 15 to unwrap the suppository or tablet and put
30 minutes. Do not chew or swallow on the applicator. Lie down on your As with all creams and ointments, skin
whole. back, with knees up and apart. Insert the allergies can develop with clotrimazole.
applicator into the vagina, and push the Consult a doctor and stop taking this
If you are prescribed a suspension, swish plunger to position the drug. Pull out the drug if you develop redness (rash) all
the suspension around in the mouth, and applicator, and wash it if you are going to over your body.
swallow, or spit, as your doctor or reuse it. Wash your hands.
pharmacist has instructed. It is important that you keep your
Wear clean cotton underwear during the doctor appointments so that your
Your dosage is: treatment. You may want to use a progress can be followed.
sanitary napkin to protect your clothing or
________________________________ bed sheets. You can use clotrimazole
treatment during your menstrual period.
However, avoid tampons during the
treatment.
What other PRECAUTIONS should discuss them with your pharmacist,
you follow while using this drug? doctor or nurse.