Clomazol ( Femcare, Gyne-Lotrimin, Mycelex, Generic Clotrimazole ) - Product Origin: New Zealand
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Clomazol vaginal cream is used to treat a fungal infection in the vagina and vulval area (thrush).This medicine belongs to a group of medicines called azole antifungals.Clotrimazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection.What is vaginal thrush?Candida albicans is a yeast fungus that can multiply rapidly and cause damage to the vagina when other micro-organisms aren't present in a normal balance.Some situations which can increase susceptibility to thrush are:#diabetes #obesity #illness #fatigue #hormonal fluctuations (pregnancy, menstrual cycle, oral contraceptive pill, HRT) #prolonged use of antibiotics or steroids Thrush may cause the following symptoms:vaginal itching vaginal soreness a white odourless discharge from the vagina (like cottage cheese) pain during intercourse The symptoms below are not usually signs of thrush:abnormal or irregular vaginal bleeding blood stained discharge vulva or vaginal sores, ulcers or blisters lower abdominal pain pain when passing urine fever or chills foul smelling and/or unusual coloured discharge |
