Clocip Dusting Powder

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Clocip Dusting Powder is a broad spectrum antifungal medicine used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch and ringworm. It also relieves symptoms such as burning, itching, cracking of the skin and discomfort caused by these infections.

Clocip Dusting Powder Details

Composition = Clotrimazole

Dosage = 1%

Indication = Fungal skin infections

Manufacturer = Cipla Ltd.

What Is Clocip Dusting Powder?

This is a popular medication when it comes to the treatment of fungal infections of the skin. Some conditions where the medicine is used include athlete’s foot, ringworm and jock itch. Apart from treating the infection, Clocip Dusting Powder also reduces the symptoms of such skin infections, such as burning, itching and cracking of the skin.

How Does Clocip Dusting Powder Work?

This is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.

What Is Route Of Administration?

Always use this medicine exactly as told by your doctor. Before applying the powder, your feet should be washed and dried thoroughly. This should be sprinkled onto the affected areas two or three times daily

It may also be dusted inside your socks and shoes. This is for external use only do not put the powder in your mouth or swallow it. If you accidentally get powder in your eyes or mouth, wash immediately with water and contact your doctor.

Dosage Of Clocip Dusting Powder

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Side Effects Of Clocip Dusting Powder

Major

Dizziness

Diarrhea

Fainting

Feeling of discomfort

Skin blister

Skin itching

Skin redness

Swelling of the lips, throat, face, or tongue

Weakness

Minor

Irritation

Pain on the affected area

Removal of dead skin cells (exfoliation)

High blood pressure shortness of breath

Swallowing problems

Drug To Drug Interaction

Erythromycin for bacterial infections

Astemizole for allergies

Cisapride for heartburn

Medicines to thin your blood (e.g. warfarin)

Rifabutin or rifampicin (for tuberculosis) or other anti-fungal medicines (including ketoconazole)

Medicines to reduce cholesterol (e.g. statins)

Medicines for high blood pressure, water tablets (diuretics) or for heart problems

Amiodarone (used for rhythm disorders)

Amphotericin B is the only medicine that is known to interact with clotrimazole. Avoid, the latter medication, if you are already consuming the former medication.

While Tacking Clocip Dusting Powder

Do

Your doctor has prescribed Clocip Dusting Powder to cure your infection and improve symptoms.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Do not use more than the prescribed dosage.

Do not use Clocip Dusting Powder on advice of a friend or family. Similarly, do not give it to someone you feel has the same symptoms.

Don’t

Pregnancy = The topical forms of this medicine are relatively safe for use until the first trimester of pregnancy. However, they should be used only if clearly needed and only under the supervision of your doctor.

Breast-feeding = This is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.

Opthalmic use = This is not recommended for use in the eyes. Both purposeful and accidental application of this medicine into the eyes should be avoided.

Use only in confirmed infection = This should not be used until the infection is diagnosed by a doctor. Other diseases may also show similar symptoms.

Vaginal irritation = This may cause burning and irritation upon vaginal application. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve and the irritation persists.

Resistance = This should be used for the full prescribed course even when the symptoms get better. The infection may recur and the fungi may get less sensitive to the medicine resulting in drug resistance if it is not used for the full prescribed course.

Uses Of Clocip Dusting Powder

This is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.

Storage Of Clocip Dusting Powder

Store Clocip Dusting Powder at room temperature & avoid direct exposure to heat & sunlight.

Always check for expiry on the package or with the pharmacist before buying Clocip Dusting Powder.