Canestan

What is Canestan?

Clotrimazole (brand name Canesten or Lotrimin) is an antifungal medication commonly used in the treatment of fungal infections (of both humans and other animals) such as vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. It is also used to treat athlete's foot and jock itch. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, a list of the most important medication needed in a basic health system.

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Non itchy non tender rash covering gentles. Need a diagnosis and treatment

doctor1 MD

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Tunes cruris

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I have seen the attached pictures.
The rash is likely due...

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I have a burning feeling in the vagina and used canestan suppository and cream. But the itching has not gone away.i have also used betadine wash....

doctor1 MD

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what is the strength of pessary

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Hello mam, I understand your health concerns.
I would like to ask what was the dose...

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I had my regular STD tests recently which were all clear. The Dr also prescribed for me some Lotriderm cream 30g for some itching and redness...

doctor1 MD

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More potent anti fungal agents will be needed.

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