Brand Name
Canesten (vaginal)
Common Name
clotrimazole (vaginal)
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02264102 | CANESTEN COMBI-PAK COMFORTAB 1 |
| 02230509 | CANESTEN COMBI-PAK CREAM 1 |
| 02150883 | CANESTEN CREAM 1 |
| 02239432 | CANESTEN EXTERNAL CREAM REFILL |
| 02150905 | CANESTEN CREAM 3 |
| 02264099 | CANESTEN COMBI-PAK COMFORTAB 3 |
| 02150891 | CANESTEN CREAM 6 |
| 02150859 | CANESTEN COMFORTAB 1 (500 MG VAGINAL TABLET) |
| 02150840 | CANESTEN COMFORTAB 3 (200 MG VAGINAL TABLET) |
| 02311720 | CANESTEN EXTERNAL CREAM 1 % EXTERNAL CREAM |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Clotrimazole belongs to the class of medications called antifungals. It is used to treat most vaginal yeast infections. Clotrimazole works by killing the overgrowth of yeast that is causing the infection.
The symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection should improve within a few hours or a few days after starting this medication.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are being given this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
Clotrimazole vaginal cream should be inserted high into the vagina once daily (preferably at bedtime) using the applicators(s) provided for 1, 3, or 6 days, depending on the specific product being used
A thin layer of the topical cream or vaginal cream can be applied to the vaginal area for relief of external symptoms 1 to 2 times daily as needed, as long as symptoms persist, for up to 7 days.
Continue treatment with clotrimazole even if you are menstruating. Do not use tampons, douches, or vaginal spermicides while using clotrimazole.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor or recommended by your pharmacist. Continue to use this medication for as long as directed by your doctor or pharmacist, even if you start to feel better.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store this medication at room temperature between 2°C and 30°C, avoid freezing, and keep it out of the reach of children.
This medication is available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms listed here. The forms available for the specific brand you have searched are listed under "What form(s) does this medication come in?"
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Canesten 1 ComforTAB Combi-Pak
Each insert contains clotrimazole 500 mg and each gram of external cream contains clotrimazole 10 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, calcium lactate, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, cornstarch, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactic acid, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, polyvinylpyrrolidone, silicon dioxide, and sorbitan monostearate.
Canesten 1 Cream Combi-Pak
Each g of vaginal cream contains clotrimazole 100 mg and each g of external cream contains clotrimazole 10 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, cetyl palmitate, isopropyl myristate, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, and sorbitan monostearate.
Canesten 1 Cream (10% clotrimazole)
Each g contains clotrimazole 100 mg in a vanishing cream base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, isopropyl myristate, polysorbate, purified water, and sorbitan monostearate.
Canesten 3 ComforTAB Combi-Pak
Each insert contains clotrimazole 200 mg and each g of external cream contains clotrimazole 10 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: adipic acid, benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, cornstarch, lactose, magnesium stearate, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, polysorbate 80, sodium bicarbonate, sorbitan monostearate, and stearic acid.
Canesten Comfortab 1
Ask your pharmacist or doctor for details.
Canesten Comfortab 3
Ask your pharmacist or doctor for details.
Canesten 3 Cream (2% clotrimazole)
Each g contains clotrimazole 20 mg in a vanishing cream base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, and sorbitan monostearate. 25 g of vaginal cream is sufficient for 3 intravaginal applications with additional cream for extravaginal use if required.
Canesten 6 Cream (1% clotrimazole)
Each g contains clotrimazole 10 mg in a vanishing cream base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, and sorbitan monostearate. 50 g of vaginal cream is sufficient for 6 intravaginal applications with additional cream for extravaginal use if required.
Canesten External Cream (1% clotrimazole)
Each g contains clotrimazole 10 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, and sorbitan monostearate.
Canesten External Cream Refill (1% clotrimazole)
Each g contains clotrimazole 10 mg: Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, 2-octyl dodecanol, polysorbate 60, and sorbitan monostearate.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Clotrimazole should not be used by anyone who is allergic to clotrimazole or to any of the ingredients of the medication.
