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Cansoft CL Suppository
Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsClotrimazole (200 mg) + Clindamycin (100 mg)
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Description
Cansoft CL Suppository consists of Clotrimazole and Clindamycin. It is used to treat vaginal infections. This medicine works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungi and preventing the further spread of the infection.
Cansoft CL Suppository has some side effects like itching, burning sensation, or irritation at the site of application. These side effects usually subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or become severe. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Cansoft CL Suppository is for vaginal use only. Use it as instructed by your doctor, preferably at bedtime for better results. Wash your hands before and after using it. Do not use more than the recommended dose. Ensure that you complete the course of treatment to prevent the risk of re-infection.
Cansoft CL Suppository is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available. Inform your doctor if you have stomach and intestinal problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medication.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Cansoft CL Suppository
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Cansoft CL Suppository
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Application site redness, itching, and burning
Vaginal irritation
Painful urination
Uses of Cansoft CL Suppository
What is it prescribed for?
Vaginal infections
Vaginal infection is a condition characterised by burning, itching, redness, and a white discharge from the vagina and vulva (the outer part of the female genitals). Cansoft CL Suppository is used to treat vaginal infection caused by bacteria and fungi.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Cansoft CL Suppository to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Cansoft CL Suppository remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Cansoft CL Suppository.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Cansoft CL Suppository is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Cansoft CL Suppository is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid using Cansoft CL Suppository if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Cansoft CL Suppository is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Cansoft CL Suppository is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Vaginal irritation
Cansoft CL Suppository may cause burning sensation and irritation upon the insertion of the suppository. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve or the irritation persists.
Resistance
Use Cansoft CL Suppository for the prescribed duration to prevent the risk of drug resistance (a condition where microorganisms develop the ability to defeat the medicine intended to kill them).
For vaginal use only
Cansoft CL Suppository is intended for vaginal use only.
Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis refers to swelling in the lining of the large intestine. Cansoft CL Suppository should be used with caution if you have ulcerative colitis as it may worsen your condition.
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose of Cansoft CL Suppository as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never use more than the recommended dose of Cansoft CL Suppository. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use Cansoft CL Suppository as advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions given on the label or packaging insert.
Do not use in larger amounts than recommended by your doctor.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen.
Avoid using vaginal products (such as tampons and douches) during treatment with Cansoft CL Suppository.
Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment with this medicine. The latex condom and diaphragms may be weakened if exposed to Cansoft CL Suppository. Thus it reduces the contraceptive efficacy and protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Cansoft CL Suppository consists of Clotrimazole and Clindamycin.
Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria and prevents the further spread of infection.
Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by disrupting certain vital processes in the fungal cell.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Azole antifungals, Lincomycin derivatives, Vaginal anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
Drugs, H., 2021. Clotrimazole Vaginal: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
Drugs, H., 2021. Clindamycin Vaginal: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
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Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Canesten 100mg Pessary - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
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Answer from Dr. Lata Rajput
Not to take during menses.
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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Jan 2022
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