Clotrimazole Topical Solution Usp, 1% for Vaginitis
Azole Antifungal [EPC] — ICD-10 B37
Clotrimazole Topical Solution Usp, 1% is used in the treatment of vaginitis, based on its FDA-labeled indications. It is an azole antifungal [epc].
What is vaginitis? Vaginitis, also called vulvovaginitis, is an inflammation or infection of the vagina. It can also affect the vulva, which is the external part of a woman's genitals. Vaginitis can cause itching, pain, discharge, and odor. Vaginitis is common, especially in wome… More on Vaginitis →
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Prescription Clotrimazole Topical Solution product is indicated for the topical treatment of candidiasis due to Candida albicans and tinea versicolor due to Malassezia furfur . This formulation is also available as a nonprescription product which is indicated for the topical treatment of the following dermal infections: tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis due to Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes , Epidermophyton fluoccosum , and Microsporum canis .
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Gently massage sufficient clotrimazole topical solution USP, 1% into the affected and surrounding skin areas twice a day, in the morning and evening. Clinical improvement, with relief of pruritus, usually occurs within the first week of treatment with clotrimazole topical solution USP, 1%. If the patient shows no clinical improvement after 4 weeks of treatment with clotrimazole topical solution USP, 1%, the diagnosis should be reviewed.
Warnings
WARNINGS Clotrimazole Topical Solution is not for ophthalmic use.
Drug interactions
Drug Interactions Synergism or antagonism between clotrimazole and nystatin, or amphotericin B, or flucytosine against strains of C. albicans has not been reported.
Side effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions have been reported in connection with the use of clotrimazole: erythema, stinging, blistering, peeling, edema, pruritius, urticaria, burning, and general irritation of the skin. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ScieGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-855-724-3436 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Is Clotrimazole Topical Solution Usp, 1% used to treat Vaginitis?
Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Clotrimazole Topical Solution Usp, 1% is used in the treatment of vaginitis — azole antifungal [epc]. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.
What ICD-10 codes apply to Vaginitis?
Vaginitis is coded in ICD-10-CM as B37.
Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Clotrimazole Topical Solution Usp, 1% is right for you.
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