Canesten cream 20 g

Canesten

Each 20 grams of cream contains:

Clotrimazole 0.2 g.

Clotrimazole inhibits the growth and division of microorganisms and, depending on the concentration, can have a fungistatic (inhibiting and stopping the growth of fungal cells) or fungicidal (leading to the death of fungi) effects. Clotrimazole inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol and binds to phospholipids of the cell membrane of the fungus, which leads to a change in the permeability of the cell membranes.

At higher concentrations, clotrimazole causes damage to cell membranes by mechanisms independent of sterol synthesis.

Clotrimazole also disrupts vital processes in the fungal cell, suppressing the formation of components necessary for the construction of vital cellular structures (proteins, fats, DNA, polysaccharides), damages nucleic acids and increases the excretion of potassium.

Ultimately, the effect of clotrimazole on fungal cells leads to their death.

For external treatment of fungal skin diseases caused by dermatophytes, yeast-like fungi, mold fungi, as well as pathogens sensitive to clotrimazole:

– mycosis of feet, hands, trunk, skin folds;

-candidal vulvitis, candidal balanitis;

– versicolor versicolor, erythrasma;

– fungal infections of the outer ear.

For external use. The cream should be applied to the affected skin 2-3 times / day.

To prevent relapse, treatment should be continued for at least two weeks after all symptoms of infection have disappeared.

The cream should be applied to clean, dry areas of the affected skin (washed with neutral pH soap), the cream should be applied to the feet between the toes.

The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the disease, its location, and the effectiveness of treatment.

Duration of treatment: dermatomycosis – 3-4 weeks; erythrasma – 2-4 weeks; versicolor versicolor – 1-3 weeks; vulvitis candidiasis and balanitis – 1-2 weeks.

Hypersensitivity to clotrimazole or other components of the drug.

It is necessary to avoid getting the cream on the mucous membrane of the eyes. Do not swallow.

All infected areas should be treated at the same time.

From the immune system: unknown – an allergic reaction (manifested by urticaria, fainting, arterial hypotension, shortness of breath).

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: unknown – rash, itching, blistering rash, peeling, pain or discomfort, swelling, burning, irritation.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees.

The cardboard box contains a tube of 20 grams of cream, paper instructions.