what is mycoten cream used for?
*MYCOTEN CONTAINS CLOTRIMAZOLE 1%
BROAD-SPECTRUM ANTIFUNGAL DERMAL CREAM AND VAGINAL CREAM /TABLETS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN MYCOTEN
Mycoten contains the synthetic fungicidal broad-spectrum Antifungal agent, Clotrimazole chemically identified as Bisphenyl-(2-chloropheyl)-1 imidazolymethane.
what is mycoten cream used for?
*INDICATIONS*
Mycoten cream is effective in the treatment of fungal skin infections due to dermatophytes, e.g. Trichophyton species, yeast_ e.g. _Candida species, moulds and other fungi such as Tinea capitis, corporis, manuum, baebae, cruris, pedis (athlete’s foot), Pityriasis versicolor, erythrasma_.
Mycoten cream or tablet is also used in the treatment of vaginal yeast infection.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
Mycoten cream or Tablet is contraindicated in individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to Clotrimazole or any of the components of the cream or tablet.
*PRECAUTION*
If local irritation or allergic reaction should occurs, the treatment should be discontinued.
Mycoten Vaginal Cream and Tablet is effective in the treatment of Vaginal candidiasis associated with pregnancy, but should be prescribed with caution during the first trimester.
The Vaginal Tablet is preferred during pregnancy since it can be inserted without applicator.
*DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION*
#Mycoten cream is thinly applied to the affected part and rubbed in two or three times daily.
Duration of the treatment could be up to 2-4 weeks depending on the extent and the site of the disease.
#Mycoten Vaginal tablet (100mg) should be inserted deep in the vagina once daily, using the applicator supplied, and preferably at bed time.
#Mycoten Tablet is effective when applied for 3 or 6 or 14 days.
Can I insert Mycoten cream in My virginia?
Yes. #Mycoten Vaginal cream – one completely filled applicator should be inserted deep into the vagina and preferably at night for six consecutive days.
In cases of candida infection of both sexual partners, they should at the same time be treated with #Mycoten cream.
Can i use mycoten cream and Tablet together?
No please. Choose one. Use one to avoid overdose. You cannot be using #MYCOTEN cream and tablet together.
*PRESENTATION*
#Mycoten is available as Clotrimazole 1% dermal cream in 20g tube, 35g tube Vaginal cream, and 100mg Clotrimazole base tablet in foil pack of 6 tablets.
*STORAGE CONDITION*
Store below 30°C. Protect from light and moisture.
