Canesten Cream belongs to the class of anti-fungal medications known as imidazoles, primarily used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, fungal nappy rash, fungal sweat rash and thrush. A fungal infection, also known as mycosis, is a skin infection caused by fungus.

Canesten Cream comprises clotrimazole, which works by destroying the fungus that causes the infection. Canesten Cream damages the fungal cell membrane and causes the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.

In some cases, Canesten Cream may cause itching, redness, dryness, burning and stinging sensation. The majority of these side effects of Canesten Cream eventually fade away over time without the need for medical intervention. Consult your doctor if any side effects worsen or persist.

Consult your doctor if you are a pregnant or nursing mother. Do not use any other topical medications simultaneously along with Canesten Cream without a doctor's recommendation. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects.

Canesten Cream contains clotrimazole, an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash. Furthermore, it helps to alleviate the symptoms of thrush. Canesten Cream damages the fungal cell membrane and causes the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.

Do not use Canesten Cream if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients. If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your doctor before starting Canesten Cream. Avoid using any other topical products/medicines with Canesten Cream. Before using Canesten Cream, inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking in order to rule out any potential negative effects.

• Shower on a regular basis and properly dry yourself before clothing.
• Take warm baths with mild soap.
• Don't share your bedding, towels, or clothes.
• Wearing tights or tight underwear is not recommended.
• Do not scratch the infected area. Scratching the infected skin area may spread the illness to other body parts.
• Avoid harsh soaps and deodorants or any such products.
• Avoid intercourse till the thrush is treated.
• Avoid or limit your consumption of alcohol and caffeine.
• Reduce your intake of sugar, yeast, refined carbohydrates, and mouldy foods.

Do not cover the treated area unless advised by the doctor.

Fungal skin infection: A fungal infection of the skin occurs when the fungus invades the skin tissue. Fungal infections can be contagious and spread from one person to another. Symptoms include skin irritation, scaly skin, redness, itching, scaly or flaky patches, and swelling. The most common type of fungal infections are ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, and yeast infections.

Athlete's foot: It is a fungal illness that primarily affects the area between the toes. Athletes' foot is typically seen in those whose feet have become extremely sweaty while confined within tight-fitting shoes. A scaly rash with itching, stinging, and burning sensations are common symptoms.

Ringworm: Ringworm is a common fungus-caused infection of the skin and nails. Ringworm is also called tinea or dermatophytosis. The infection is known as 'ringworm' because it causes an itchy, red, circular rash.

Fungal nappy rash: A fungal nappy rash is a form of skin rash that affects the nappy area and occurs when the skin is in continuous contact with urine or stool within a tight-fitting nappy. Nappy rash can get infected with Candida yeast if left untreated for longer than a few days. The candidal nappy rash should be treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications.

Thrush: Thrush is a common yeast infection affecting men and women. Thrush Symptoms in women include white vaginal discharge (often smelling like cottage cheese), irritation and itching around the vagina, soreness and stinging sensation during sex or urination. Thrush symptoms in men include irritation, burning sensation, redness around the head of the penis and under the foreskin, a white discharge (similar to cottage cheese), an unpleasant odour, and difficulties pulling back the foreskin.