Canesten3 is an antimicrobial for gynecological treatment.
The cream contains the active ingredient clotrimazole, which works against fungi and also against some other microorganisms.
Fungal infections of the genitals can occur due to the disturbed natural balance of microorganisms on the mucous membranes of the genitals, which can be caused by:
- use of certain medicines (eg antibiotics, birth control pills),- certain diseases and certain conditions (eg diabetes, menstruation, pregnancy),- stress, the use of strong means for intimate care and rinsing the vagina, the use of underwear made of artificial materials, which is not sufficiently airy.
We use Canesten3:
- in women to treat an infection of the internal genitalia (vagina) caused by a fungus (of the genus Yeast Candida) called candidal vaginitis.
Signs and symptoms of such an infection are white, cheesy vaginal discharge, itching, redness, swelling, and burning ulcers on the external genitalia.
Pain when urinating may also occur.
- for the treatment of infection of the external genitalial with fungi of the genus Candida in women and men.
In women, infection of the external genitalia (candidal vulvitis) manifests itself as itching, redness, swelling, burning ulcers of the labia and the area around them.
In men, such an infection (candidal balanitis) manifests itself as a tiny white rash, itching, and mild inflammation of the scalp and foreskin.
Do not use Canesten3 if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Pregnancy and breastfeedingIt is better to avoid the use of this drug in the first trimester of pregnancy.
The use of applicators during pregnancy is not recommended, therefore the use of Canesten vaginal tablets during pregnancy is recommended, but without an applicator.
You should stop breastfeeding during treatment with this medicine.
Adverse reactions have been identified during the use of this medicinal product based on voluntary reports from a group of patients of unknown size, therefore classification by frequency is not possible.
The following side effects have been reported:
- allergic reaction manifested as fainting, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, itchy skin rash (hives) abdominal pain- exfoliation of the genital mucosa, itching, rash, swelling, redness, discomfort, burning sensation, irritation, pelvic pain, vaginal bleeding.
This is an OTC medicine, so it can be taken without a doctor’s recommendation.
Before using this medicine carefully read the package leaflet as it contains more detailed information.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for any doubt.