Description
Canesten Cream 1% is a topical antifungal medication containing clotrimazole that is used to treat a variety of common fungal skin infections. It works by killing the fungi and yeasts that cause the infection while relieving associated symptoms like itching, burning, and redness.
Key Features and Description
- Active Ingredient: Clotrimazole at a 1% concentration (10 mg per 1 gram of cream).
- Mechanism of Action: Clotrimazole belongs to the imidazole class of antifungals. It works by disrupting the fungal cell membrane’s ability to produce ergosterol, an essential component, which causes holes to appear in the membrane and allows the cell’s contents to leak out, ultimately killing the fungus.
- Form and Appearance: A white, soft cream.
- Function: Provides an effective solution that stops fungal growth, destroys the fungi, and soothes irritation.
- Application: For external use only on the skin. It should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected area two or three times daily and rubbed in gently.
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