Patient Leaflet Updated 21-Apr-2022 | Bayer plc
Canesten Athlete's Foot 1% w/w Cream
Canesten®
Athlete's Foot 1% w/w cream
Clotrimazole
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Canesten Athlete’s Foot 1% w/w cream carefully to get the best results from it.
1. What is Canesten Athlete's Foot cream and what is it used for?
2. Before you use Canesten Athlete's Foot cream
3. How to use Canesten Athlete's Foot cream
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Canesten Athlete's Foot cream
6. Further information
Canesten Athlete's Foot cream is an effective treatment for athlete’s foot or jock itch.
If you are unsure whether you have one of these fungal skin infections, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
The active substance in Canesten Athlete's Foot cream is Clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of fungal skin infections.
Canesten Athlete's Foot cream can be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten Athlete's Foot cream. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his/her instructions carefully.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
This product contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
The medicine also contains 20mg benzyl alcohol in each gram of cream. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions and mild local irritation.
Follow these directions closely:
The symptoms of skin infection, 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 do not improve within 7 days, consult your doctor.
Do not put the cream in your mouth or swallow it.
If the cream is swallowed accidentally, tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital.
If you accidentally get cream in your eyes or mouth, wash immediately with water and contact your doctor.
Apply the cream as soon as possible and then continue the rest of treatment as usual.
If you have athlete's foot:
Like all medicines, Canesten Athlete's Foot cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
As with all medicines, some people may be allergic to the cream. If you are allergic, a reaction will occur soon after you start using it. If you experience an allergic reaction, stop using Canesten Athlete's Foot cream and tell your doctor straight away or contact the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital. Signs of an allergic reaction may include:
After you apply the cream, you might experience the following symptoms:
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
This product should be stored in the original carton.
Do not store above 25°C.
Do not use Canesten Athlete's Foot cream after the expiry date which is stated at one end of the carton and on the end of the tube of cream. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
See Section 2 'Do not use’ and ‘Important information about some of the ingredients' for cetostearyl and benzyl alcohol advice.
Canesten Athlete's Foot cream is available in tubes containing 15g, 25g or 30g of white cream. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Remember: If you have any doubts about using Canesten Athlete's Foot cream correctly, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist
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 revised in April 2021.
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