clotrilin 100mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is clotrilin 100mg tablet used for?
Candid-V Gel (Clotrimazole) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Clotrimazole (100mg), which Inhibits fungal cytochrome P450 14ฮฑ-demethylase, disrupting ergosterol synthesi. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Clotrimazole
- Manufacturer: Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ clotrilin 100mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infections).
Off-label uses: Oral thrush (topical application), Diaper rash (topical)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Clotrimazole |
| Brand Name | Candid-V Gel |
| Manufacturer | Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Topical (intravaginal). |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits fungal cytochrome P450 14ฮฑ-demethylase, disrupting ergosterol synthesis and increasing membrane permeability.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take clotrilin 100mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of clotrilin 100mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Vaginal burning
- Itching
- Irritation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction (rare)
- Angioedema
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Contact dermatitis
- Urticaria
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tacrolimus | Major | Increased tacrolimus levels and nephrotoxicity risk |
| Sirolimus | Major | Increased sirolimus levels |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Increased corticosteroid levels |
| Oral contraceptives | Minor | Reduced contraceptive efficacy (theoretical) |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Tacrolimus
- Sirolimus
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Corticosteroids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to clotrimazole or any component.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Clinical response; resolution of symptoms.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Safe; minimal systemic absorption unlikely to affect infant.
๐ Overdose Management
Unlikely due to topical use; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for clotrilin 100mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.