CLOTRIMAZOLE (Clotrimazole) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

CLOTRIMAZOLE

What is the Trade Name for CLOTRIMAZOLE?

Clotrimazole

What are the Indications for CLOTRIMAZOLE?

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE Clotrimazole cream USP is indicated for the topical treatment of candidiasis due to Candida albicans and tinea versicolor due to Malassezia furfur . Clotrimazole is also available as a nonprescription item which is indicated for the topical treatment of the following dermal infections: tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis due to Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, and Microsporum canis .

 

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References: https://open.fda.gov/

 

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