Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.

This medicine is available without prescription.

However, you still need to use Canesten AF Dual Action Powder carefully to get the best results from it.

• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
• You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
• If you have any unusual effects after using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

IN THIS LEAFLET

• 1. What is Canesten AF Dual Action Powder and what is it used for?
• 2. Before you use Canesten AF Dual Action Powder
• 3. How to use Canesten AF Dual Action Powder
• 4. Possible side effects
• 5. How to store Canesten AF Dual Action Powder
• 6. Further information

Do not use Canesten^® AF Dual Action Powder:

• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to clotrimazole or the other ingredient of Canesten AF Dual Action Powder, rice starch.
• To treat nail or scalp infections.

Using other medicines:

The powder should be used along with Canesten^® AF Dual Action Cream or Canesten^® AF Dual Action Spray to treat fungal skin infections or alone to help prevent re-infection.

Pregnancy:

If you are pregnant or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten AF Dual Action Powder. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his/her instructions carefully.

Follow these directions closely:

• Before applying the powder, your feet should be washed and dried thoroughly.
• Canesten AF Dual Action Powder should be sprinkled onto the affected areas two or three times daily, after using Canesten^® AF Dual Action Cream or Canesten^® AF Dual Action Spray.
• The powder may also be dusted inside your socks and shoes. This should be done by turning your socks inside out and applying the powder directly to the area that will be in contact with the affected part of the foot.

The symptoms of athlete’s foot, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

Canesten^® AF Dual Action Powder is for external use only:

Do not put the powder in your mouth or swallow it.

If the powder is swallowed accidentally, tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital.

If you accidentally get powder in your eyes or mouth, wash immediately with water and contact your doctor.

If you forget to use Canesten^® AF Dual Action Powder:

Apply the powder as soon as possible and then continue the rest of your treatment as usual.

You can help the treatment to work if you follow these simple self-help tips:

• Although the infected area will itch, try not to scratch. Scratching will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further.
• Keep the affected skin areas clean.
• Pay particular attention to drying the skin, including between the toes, but avoid excessive rubbing.
• Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
• Always wash your hands after treating the infection to prevent it from spreading.
• Wash your socks, stockings and tights thoroughly in hot water to remove any shed skin or fungal spores.
• Change your footwear daily if possible.

What Canesten^® AF Dual Action Powder contains:

• The active substance is clotrimazole at a strength of 1% w/w.
• The other ingredient is rice starch.

What Canesten^® AF Dual Action Powder looks like and contents of the pack:

Canesten AF Dual Action Powder is available in packs containing 30g of white powder.

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Further information about fungal infections:

Fungal infections are very common and affect many people. One of the most common fungal skin infections is athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis). It is caused by a contagious fungus which thrives in warm, moist environments. The fungus that causes athlete’s foot usually lives harmlessly on our skin and in our environment. The natural balance that normally keeps it under control can be upset by factors such as damp moist conditions. This could happen, for example, through regularly wearing training shoes that keep the feet hot and sweaty. Since this fungus is contagious, it can also often be picked up in changing rooms.

Tell-tale signs of athlete’s foot are that the skin becomes itchy, red and inflamed. Sporty people or those who work in a warm, damp environment, tend to be more likely to catch this condition.

For UK residents only: if you have any questions or would like more information, call our Canesten Advice Line on 0845 758 5030. Calls charged at local rate.

This leaflet was last approved in April 2008.

Canesten is a registered trademark of Bayer AG, Germany.