About clotrimaz ole
Topical imidazole antifungal
Used for
- Treats oral thrush caused by Candida yeast.
Usual adult dose
Apply to affected mouth areas four times daily, following the product label.
Usual dose in children
For infants and children, apply to affected areas four times daily; use only as directed by a clinician or label.
Common side effects
- Mouth irritation or burning
- Nausea
- Unpleasant taste
Important warnings
- For mouth use; do not swallow large amounts.
- Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Pregnancy
Absorption from mouth application is low; use during pregnancy only when needed and as directed by a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Generally expected to be low risk when used in the mouth as directed; avoid applying to the breast.
Interactions
- Warfarin: clotrimazole may increase anticoagulant effects; monitoring may be needed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.