CLOTRIMAZOL AL 1% cream, 50 g

CLOTRIMAZOL AL 1% - Proven help with skin and athlete's foot

Many adults in Germany suffer from athlete's foot or fungal skin infections.Fungi prefer moist and warm environments, especially skin folds.If the skin is cracked or injured, fungi can penetrate, multiply and spread further.Common complaints include itching, redness, burning, skin changes and inflammation.

Fungal infections rarely heal on their own and are unpleasant.Therefore, the affected region should be consistently treated with clotrimazole at the first suspicion in order to contain the fungus.Clotrimazole can inhibit the growth of fungi and stop them from multiplying.The longer a fungus remains unattended, the more complex the treatment becomes.Although skin fungus is rarely dangerous, it is contagious and often recurs.Clotrimazole AL has been proven to be used regularly on the skin for years and is well tolerated.

Clotrimazole - proven active ingredient against mycoses

There are various active ingredients for treating a fungal skin infection.Clotrimazole has been used successfully as an antifungal agent for years.During the growth phase of the fungus, the active ingredient attacks its cell membrane, which then becomes leaky.As a result, the fungus loses the ability to reproduce and eventually dies.Many mycoses can be treated in this way.Treating the fungal infection can also relieve unpleasant side effects such as itching, redness or burning.

Application recommendation

Unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor, Clotrimazole AL 1% cream is consistently applied thinly to the affected areas 2 to 3 times a day and rubbed in.A small amount of the cream is usually enough.Regular and sufficiently long use is important for the success of the treatment.The duration of treatment depends, among other things, on the extent and the region affected.In order to achieve complete healing and prevent relapses, treatment should not be stopped after the acute symptoms have subsided, but should be continued for at least 4 weeks.In the case of athlete's foot, treatment should continue for about 2 weeks after all signs of the disease have disappeared, despite rapid subjective improvement.

Athlete's foot - a frequent guest

Mushrooms prefer a warm and moist environment.Common sources of infection are saunas, swimming pools or shared sanitary areas.Wearing slippers and regular foot hygiene can prevent infection.If athlete's foot does occur, clotrimazole AL can help with treatment.

Increased risk of mycoses

Some people are at higher risk of yeast infections.These include people with inherited susceptibility, older people, people with poor circulation or those who are overweight.Diabetics or chronically ill people become ill more easily.Here, early use of clotrimazole AL 1% when symptoms first appear can help to stop fungal infections.

Wear the right clothing

Airy dresses made from breathable materials such as cotton, silk or linen are beneficial for a healthy skin climate.Changing clothes and shoes regularly can also prevent fungal diseases.Synthetic materials, on the other hand, promote moisture and heat - ideal conditions for skin fungus.At the first symptoms of a skin fungus, treatment with clotrimazole is recommended to quickly contain the infection.

Frequently asked questions & Answers

How long does Clotrimazole AL 1% cream last after opening?

Clotrimazole AL 1% cream must not be used after the expiry date stated on the tube.

What if treatment with Clotrimazole AL 1% cream is not enough?

If there is the impression that the effect of Clotrimazole AL 1% cream is too weak or that the fungus continues to spread, a doctor should be consulted.

How can a fungal infection be prevented?

There are some rules of conduct that should be followed to prevent this.Wearing slippers in shared sanitary facilities prevents contact with athlete's foot.At home, it helps not to share towels and to wash your hands thoroughly.Anyone who is prone to fungal infections should definitely make sure to dry and care for their skin thoroughly, especially in skin folds.

When can treatment with Clotrimazole AL 1% cream be stopped?

Regular and sufficiently long use of the cream is important for the success of the treatment.The duration of treatment depends, among other things, on the affected skin region and the extent of the fungal skin infection.

Area of application

The preparation is a medicine containing clotrimazole for the external treatment of fungal skin diseases.It is used for fungal diseases of the skin and mucous membranes caused by dermatophytes, yeasts (e.g. Candida species) and molds.The medicine is also effective for erythrasma, bran fungus and superficial yeast diseases (candidiasis).It is therefore also suitable as clotrimazole for athlete's foot.

Mode of action

Clotrimazole AL 1% for athlete's foot contains the antimycotic clotrimazole.During the growth phase of the fungus, clotrimazole attacks its cell membrane, which then becomes leaky.As a result, the fungus loses the ability to reproduce and eventually dies.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

1 g of cream contains 0.01 g of clotrimazole.The other ingredients are benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol (Ph. Eur.), Hexadecyl palmitate, octyldodecanol (Ph. Eur.), Polysorbate 60, sorbitan stearate and purified water.

Contraindications

The medicine must not be used if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of the medicine.

Dosage

The cream is applied thinly to the affected areas 2 to 3 times a day and rubbed in.A small amount of cream (approx. ½ cm strand length) is usually sufficient for an area about the size of a palm.

Patient information

You should only use deodorants or other cosmetics on the affected skin areas after consulting your doctor, as a reduction in effectiveness cannot be ruled out.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, ask your doctor or pharmacy before using the balm.Clotrimazole should not be used in early pregnancy out of caution.To prevent small amounts of active ingredient from passing into breast milk, clotrimazole AL 1% must not be used in the breast area for athlete's foot during breastfeeding.

Notes

Contains benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol and polysorbate.Please do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the pack or outer packaging.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.

No prescription is required for this product.