Clotrimazole

an antifungal that is used to treat fungal and yeast infections

Description
Clotrimazole is most commonly used to treat candida infections of the vagina (vulvitis) and of the skin, such as sweat rash and nappy rash. The clotrimazole-containing Canesten&reg; range of antifungals also provides treatment of conditions including female thrush (i.e. vaginal thrush or vulvitis), male thrush (balanitis), athlete's foot, and ringworm. Clotrimazole is an inhibitor of the Gardos channel and thus prevents potassium and water loss, making it a promising agent for the prevention of erythrocyte dehydration in patients with sickle cell disease.