Clotrimazole for treating vaginal yeast infections and external itching

Clotrimazole is a topical antifungal medicine used to treat vaginal yeast infections. It is available as a vaginal cream and an external cream to relieve itching and irritation caused by the infection.

• Treat vaginal yeast infections in adults and children 12 years and older.
• Relieve external vaginal itching and irritation associated with yeast infections.

Clotrimazole USP 1%

Clotrimazole works by stopping the growth of fungi that cause vaginal yeast infections, thereby eliminating the infection and reducing associated itching and irritation.

Adults and children 12 years and older:

• Vaginal cream: Insert one applicatorful of cream into the vagina at bedtime for 7 consecutive days. Wash applicator after each use.
• External cream: Apply a small amount of cream to the itching or irritated skin outside the vagina using your fingertip. Use twice daily for up to 7 days as needed.

Children under 12 years: Consult a doctor before use.

• Do not use if you have never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a healthcare provider.

• For vaginal use only.
• Do not use if this is your first vaginal yeast infection unless diagnosed by a doctor.
• Avoid use if you experience lower abdominal, back, or shoulder pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge, as these may signal a more serious condition.
• If you have frequent yeast infections (e.g., once a month or three times in six months), consult a doctor—possible underlying causes include pregnancy, diabetes, or immune system problems.
• Avoid using tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products during treatment; condoms and diaphragms may be damaged, reducing protection against pregnancy and STDs.
• Do not have vaginal intercourse during treatment.
• Mild increases in vaginal burning, itching, or irritation may occur.
• If symptoms do not improve within 3 days, worsen, or last more than 7 days, stop use and ask a doctor.
• Stop use and seek medical advice if you develop rash, hives, abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
• If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before use.
• Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical help immediately or contact a Poison Control Center.

• Mild vaginal burning, itching, or irritation may occur.

Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products during treatment as they may reduce effectiveness or cause failure of protective devices like condoms and diaphragms.

• If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before using clotrimazole.

• Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
• Keep product in its sealed tube until use. Do not use if seal is broken or carton is opened.