Clotrimazole 1% Cream

Clotrimazole is a type of antifungal medication that is effective against skin infections (e.g. ringworms, nappy rash and vaginal and penile thrush. Clotrimazole cream can relieve the external irritation and itchiness from thrush in women and their partners, including men. Since the cream is for external use, women should also use a product such as Fluconazole oral capsule or Clotrimazole pessary for treating the internal (vaginal) infection at the same time.

Women (16 years and over):

Apply thinly to the area around the entrance of the vagina and vulva 2-3 times a day and continue until symptoms of the infection disappear.

You should also use a product for treating the internal (vaginal) infection at the same time.

Treating your sexual partner (men):

Apply the cream to the end of the penis 2-3 times a day for up to two weeks.

A strip of cream (0.5cm long) is enough to treat an area the size of your hand.