Dermatin Cream 14 g
Pharco Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Pharco Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Composition
Clotrimazole 1 gm/100 gm
Description
Antifungals for topical use - imidazole and triazole derivatives.
Indications
For the treatment of
All dermatomycoses due to moulds and other fungi (e.g. Trichophyton
All dermatomycoses due to yeasts (Candida species).
Skin diseases showing secondary infection with these fungi.
Candidal nappy rash, vulvitis and balanitis.
Posology and method of administration
There is no separate dosage schedule for the young or elderly.
The cream should be applied thinly 2-3 times daily and rubbed in gently.
A strip of cream (½ cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand. Treatment should be continued for at least one month for dermatophyte infections and at least two weeks for candidal infections. If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section
Do not use the cream to treat nail or scalp infections.
Precautions
Dermatin Topical Cream contains cetostearyl alcohol, which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis)
Pregnancy, and lactation
Pregnancy:
Clotrimazole can be used during pregnancy, but only under the supervision of a physician or midwife.
Lactation:
A decision must be made whether to discontinue breast-feeding or to discontinue/abstain from clotrimazole therapy taking into account the benefit of breast-feeding for the child and the benefit of therapy for the woman.
Side Effects
As the listed undesirable effects are based on spontaneous reports, assigning an accurate frequency of occurrence for each is not possible.
Immune system disorders: allergic reaction (syncope, hypotension, dyspnea, urticaria).
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: blisters, discomfort/pain, oedema, erythema, irritation, peeling/exfoliation, pruritus, rash, stinging/burning.
Storage
Store at temperature not exceeding 30° C.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Package
Carton box containing 14 gm aluminum tube with plastic cap and insert leaflet.