Uses

Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine that treats yeast infections; including vaginal thrush. A patient inserts into the vagina for treatment at the site of infection. As a result, it works by killing the yeast that causes the fungal infection. Also, clotrimazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. It works by stopping the growth of yeast that causes the infection. The vaginal product comes in 2 forms (a vaginal cream or tablet). Some products come with a skin cream to be applied to the area around the outside of the vagina.

Prescription

Ask your doctor before using this medication for self-treatment if this is your first vaginal infection. This medication only works for vaginal fungal infections. You may have a different type of infection (such as bacterial vaginosis) and may need a different medication.If you have fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, stomach/abdominal pain, or a bad-smelling vaginal discharge, do not use this medication. Contact your doctor right away because these may be signs of a more serious infection.

How to use clotrimazole tablet

If using the vaginal cream, follow the package instructions on how to fill/use the applicator with the cream. Lie on your back with your knees toward your chest. Insert one applicator filled with cream into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator in to apply the cream. Also, make sure to insert the correct cream for use inside the vagina, not the skin cream for use on the outer genital area.

If using the vaginal tablet, you may use either the applicator or your finger to insert the tablet. Unwrap the tablet before use. Follow the package instructions on how to fill the applicator with the vaginal tablet. You need to lie on your back with your knees toward your chest. Insert the tablet or the applicator into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator to release the tablet.