Formulary Monographs [CLOTRIMAZOLE, 081408]
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CLOTRIMAZOLE
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AZOLES
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Vaginal and vulval candidiasis.
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Local irritation and contact dermatitis may occur.
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Insert one applicatorful nightly of 1% cream for 7-14 nights, 2% cream for 3 nights, 10% cream stat dose or 200mg ovules into the vagina for 3 consecutive nights or 100mg ovule for 6 nights. Continue use during menstrual period.
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Pregnant women need a longer duration of treatment, usually about 7 days, to clear the infection.
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