Clotrimazole Vaginal Tablet

Adults and children aged 16 and over: Use one vaginal tablet at night.

1. Wash your hands before and after using the tablet.

2. Remove the applicator from the packaging.

3. Take the tablet out of its foil and place it into the end of the applicator.

4. Gently squeeze the applicator so the tablet is held securely in place.

5. Lie on your back with your knees slightly bent. Gently insert the applicator into your vagina as far as is comfortable.

6. Slowly press the plunger to release the tablet into the vagina.

7. Carefully remove the applicator and dispose of it safely.

The tablet dissolves inside the vagina, so you may notice some white, chalky residue afterwards. This is normal and does not mean the treatment has failed. If you notice pieces of undissolved tablet, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.

• Thrush symptoms should start to improve within 3 days.

• If you have no improvement after 7 days, speak to your doctor.

• If your thrush comes back after 7 days, you may use one further treatment.

• If you have thrush more than twice in 6 months, speak to your doctor.

Active Ingredients: Clotrimazole 500mg

Other Ingredients: Adipic acid, microcrystalline cellulose, pre-gelatinised maize starch, sodium hydrogen carbonate, stearic acid, lactose, polysorbate 80, magnesium stearate, maize starch, colloidal silicon dioxide.

• Clotrimazole vaginal tablets should only be used in the vagina.

• Do not put in your mouth or swallow it.

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if:

• You or your partner have ever had a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• You are under 16 or over 60 years old.

• You have previously had an allergic reaction to clotrimazole or other vaginal antifungal medicines.

• You have unusual symptoms such as abnormal or blood-stained vaginal bleeding, sores or blisters, lower abdominal pain, pain when passing urine, fever or chills, nausea or vomiting, diarrhoea, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge. These symptoms may mean that clotrimazole is not the right treatment.

• You take any medicines, herbal remedies or supplements you are taking. In particular, tell them if you take tacrolimus or sirolimus, which are medicines used to prevent organ transplant rejection.

Clotrimazole vaginal tablets may temporarily reduce the effectiveness of latex condoms and diaphragms. Use an alternative method of contraception for at least 5 days after treatment.

While using this medicine, do not use tampons, vaginal washes, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products. It is also best to avoid vaginal sex while you have thrush and during treatment, as your partner may become infected.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Clotrimazole vaginal tablets can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.

Get medical help immediately if you have:

• A serious allergic reaction, including a rash, swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue

• Difficulty breathing or swallowing

• Severe weakness, dizziness or fainting

• Nausea associated with signs of an allergic reaction

• Other possible side effects include:

• Vaginal peeling or irritation

• Severe itching

• Redness or a rash

• Swelling

• Burning, discomfort or soreness around the vagina or vulva

• Vaginal pain

• Vaginal discharge or bleeding

• Stomach or abdominal pain

If you experience any side effects, speak to your doctor or pharmacist, particularly if they are severe, persistent or worrying.

You can also report suspected side effects through the UK's Yellow Card Scheme, which helps monitor the safety of medicines.

Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the ‘EXP’ date shown on the pack.

Store below 25ºC. Protect from sunlight.