FDA Label for Clotrimazole

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Clotrimazole Product Label

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Drug Facts

Distributed by:
Taro Pharmaceuticals
U.S.A., Inc.

Hawthorne, NY 10532


Active Ingredient



Clotrimazole 1%


Purpose



Antifungal


Uses



  • cures most athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis)
  • for effective relief of
  • itching
  • scaling
  • cracking
  • burning
  • redness
  • soreness
  • irritation
  • discomfort

Warnings



For external use only


Otc - Ask Doctor



Ask a doctor before use

  • on children under 2 years of age

Otc - When Using



When using this product

  • avoid contact with eyes

Otc - Stop Use



Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • irritation occurs
  • there is no improvement within 4 weeks (for athlete's foot and ringworm) or within 2 weeks (for jock itch)

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



This product is not effective on the scalp or nails.

For athlete's foot and ringworm: use daily for 4 weeks. For jock itch: use daily for 2 weeks.

  • clean the affected area and dry thoroughly
  • apply a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily (morning and night) or as directed by a doctor
  • supervise children in the use of this product
  • For athlete's foot: pay special attention to spaces between the toes; wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes; change shoes and socks at least once daily


Other Information



  • To open: unscrew cap, use the pointed end of cap to puncture seal.
  • store between 2°- 30°C (36° - 86°F)
  • see carton or tube crimp for lot number and expiration date

Inactive Ingredients



benzyl alcohol (1%), cetostearyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, 2-octyldodecanol, polysorbate 60, purified water, sorbitan monostearate


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