Clotrimazole (Into the mouth)
kloe-TRIM-a-zole
Treats and helps prevent thrush, a fungus infection in the mouth and throat. This medicine is an antifungal.
Drug classes
Antifungal (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Clotrimazole lozenges are dissolved slowly in the mouth to prevent and treat thrush. Thrush, also called candidiasis or white mouth, is a fungus infection of the mouth and throat. This medicine may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor.
Clotrimazole is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Lozenge
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
Take the medicine for as long as your doctor told you to, even if your symptoms are better. If you stop the medicine too soon, your infection may not be completely cured.
Let the lozenge melt slowly in your mouth. Do not chew it or swallow it whole.
Do not give the lozenges to babies or children younger than 3 years old. If your child is taking this medicine, make sure he or she understands how to take the medicine safely.
If a dose is missed:
Take the missed dose as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
Store the lozenges at room temperature away from heat, moisture and direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to clotrimazole.
Warnings
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have liver disease.
Possible side effects
Summary More details
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Nausea or upset stomach, vomiting
Bad or unusual taste in your mouth
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
More side effects of this drug
Brand names include
Mycelex Troche
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
