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Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream, 30g
Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream is the perfect solution for treating fungal skin infections that are accompanied by inflammation and irritation. Canesten HC works to quickly and effectively kill the fungus while also relieving the symptoms of swelling, redness, and itchiness. This cream is perfect for anyone who wants fast, lasting relief from their fungal infection.
Canesten HC cream contains two active ingredients, clotrimazole and hydrocortisone. Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine used to treat infections with fungi and yeasts. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid medicine that is applied to the skin to relieve the symptoms of inflammation.
Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream Use
Skin infections caused by yeasts (eg Candida), dermatophytes (eg Trichophyton, Tinea), moulds and other fungi, such as those listed below, when rapid relief from inflammation and itching is also needed:
- Athlete\’s foot (tinea pedis).
- Fungal infection of the groin, ie jock itch (tinea cruris).
- Ringworm (tinea corporis).
- Fungal nappy rash caused by infection with Candida albicans.
- Sweat rash caused by infection with Candida albicans.
- Relieving the external symptoms (candidal vulvitis) of vaginal thrush (candidal vaginitis). (This cream should be used in combination with another medicine that treats the infection inside your vagina – ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice about which products to use.)
- Inflammation of the penis and/or foreskin (candidal balanitis) caused by infection with Candida albicans (also known as thrush).
Can someone who is pregnant or breastfeeding use Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream?
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding
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What is the price of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream in Nigeria?
The price of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream is N4,900
Where can you buy Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream In Nigeria?
You can Buy Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream at Asset Pharmacy Lagos Nigeria, Nigeria’s Largest Online Pharmacy.
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Canesten
How to Use
How to use Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
Unless directed otherwise by your doctor, follow these directions closely:
- Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
- If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
- Canesten HC Cream should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas twice daily and rubbed in gently. Approximately 1cm of cream per application should be enough.
- Do not cover the area being treated with a dressing or bandage.
- As with all products containing hydrocortisone, you should wash your hands immediately after applying the cream.
Treatment should be continued for no more than 7 days.
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 the symptoms persist or you do not start to improve after 7 days, consult your doctor. Canesten® HC Cream is for external use only: 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. If you forget to use Canesten® HC Cream: Apply the cream as soon as possible and then continue the rest of your treatment as usua
Product Details
Product Information of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
BEFORE YOU USE CANESTEN HC CREAM
Do not use Canesten HC Cream: • If you (or your baby if treating nappy rash) are allergic (hypersensitive) to clotrimazole, hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients, including cetostearyl alcohol, of Canesten HC Cream. • On areas of broken skin. • On large areas of skin (more than 5–10% of body surface). • For longer than 7 days. • To treat cold sores or acne. • On any untreated bacterial skin infection, such as syphilis or tuberculosis. • On vaccination reactions. • On shingles, chicken pox, rosacea or herpes. If you are unsure about any of these restrictions, speak to your doctor. Special precautions: • As with all steroids, long-term, continuous use on large areas of skin should be avoided, particularly in infants and children. • Do not cover the area being treated with a dressing or bandage. • In infants, care should be taken not to fasten nappies too tightly over the treated area, as this may increase the absorption of the hydrocortisone acetate. • Wash your hands immediately after applying the cream. • • As with other creams, this product may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, such as condoms or diaphragms. Consequently, if you are using this cream on the vulva or penis, you should use alternative precautions for at least five days after using this product. Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: If you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying for a baby, tell your doctor or midwife before using Canesten HC Cream. If you have informed your doctor or midwife already, follow his/her instructions carefully. Important information about some of the ingredients: This product contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin irritation (e.g. rash, itching or redness).
Side Effects
Side Effects of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Canesten HC Cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. As with all medicines, some people may be allergic to the cream. If you or your baby are allergic, a reaction will occur soon after you start using it. If you or your baby experience an allergic reaction, stop using Canesten HC 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: • Rash. • Swallowing or breathing problems. • Swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue. • Weakness, feeling dizzy or faint. • Nausea. After you apply the cream you might experience: • Itching, rash, blisters, burning, discomfort, swelling, irritation, redness or peeling of skin, blurred vision. Treatment should be limited to 7 days unless advised otherwise by your doctor. If you apply the cream to a large area or under a dressing, or if you use the cream for more than 2 weeks, you may experience skin reactions such as: • Broken veins. • Excess hair growth. • Stretch marks. • Thinning or whitening of skin. • Secondary infections. • An acne-like rash
If you or your baby experience any of the above effects or react badly to the cream in any other way not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor immediately
Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.
Ingredients
Product Ingredients of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
The active substances are clotrimazole and hydrocortisone acetate. Each gram of cream contains 10mg clotrimazole and 11.2mg hydrocortisone acetate (equivalent to 10mg hydrocortisone).
The other ingredients are benzyl alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, triceteareth-4-phosphate, medium chain triglycerides, purified water, sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid
How to store
How to store Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
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 HC Cream after the expiry date which is stated at one end of the carton and on the end of the tube of cream after “Exp” . 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.
Patient Information Leaflet
Click here for the Patient Information Leaflet of Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream
Delivery
Delievry time are estimates. Can vary due to the time of day you order.
Delivery time estimate are subject to the courier company.
Shipping to Lagos cost starts from N1850 Next day delivery
Shipping to Rest Of Nigeria – 2-3 days cost starts from N2000
Shipping to Rest of Africa – 5-7 working days Cost starts from N12000
Shipping to Europe 7 – 14 working days Cost srats from N18000
Shipping to Rest of the world – 7 – 14 days Cost starts from N18000
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