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Canesten Atomiser Spray is one of a group of medicines call ... Read more

Canesten Atomiser Spray is one of a group of medicines called Imidazoles which are used to treat fungal skin infections. Canesten Atomiser Spray should be used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot and fungal infection of the breast fold. The atomiser spray is particularly suitable for infections covering large and/or hairy areas. If you are unsure of the cause of your infection, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use Canesten Atomiser Spray if you have previously had an allergic reaction to the active ingredient clotrimazole or to propylene glycol. If you are unsure about this, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not allow the Canesten spray to come into contact with eyes, ears, nose or mouth. If this happens accidentally, rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice. Do not inhale the spray Do not use the spray near a naked flame If you are pregnant or are planning a family, tell your doctor or pharmacist before using Canesten spray. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Your doctor or pharmacist may recommend that you use an anti-fungal dusting powder as well, particularly for treating athlete's foot. You can help the treatment to work if you follow these simple self-help tips: Although the infected area will itch, do not scratch. Scratching will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further. Keep the affected areas of the skin clean. Pay particular attention to drying the skin but avoid excessive rubbing. Your Canesten Atomiser Spray is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, ears, nose and mouth. If contact happens accidentally, rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice. Canesten Atomiser Spray may cause unwanted effects in some people You may experience a mild burning or irritation immediately after applying the spray. If you find this intolerable, stop treatment and tell your doctor. Minimize

Lamisil Once Single Dose Treatment for Athlete's Foot 1% ... Read more

Lamisil Once Single Dose Treatment for Athlete's Foot 1% Cutaneous Solution Terbinafine hydrochloride Lamisil Once is a single dose treatment for Athlete's Foot.The clear solution is applied only once.It releases the active ingredient into the skin where it continues to fight the cause and relieve the symptoms of Athlete's Foot. At three months after treatment with Lamisil Once, the incidence of relapse or reinfection was low. Directions: - Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use. - Use the contents of the tube only once per episode of Athlete's Foot.Apply after a bath or shower. - Ensure the product is applied to both feet. Using your fingers, apply between, under and over all toes, then to the soles and sides of each foot.Allow the product to dry. - Wash hands with soap and water after use. - Symptoms may persist for a few days as the skin heals.If they do not improve within 7 days, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes. Not recommended for patients under 18. Do not use while breast-feeding. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store in the original pack. For cutaneous use. Ingredients: Terbinafine 10mg/g (as hydrochloride), acrylates / octylacrylamide copolymer, hydroxypropyl cellulose, triglycerides and ethanol. Contains ethanol: avoid naked flames. Minimize

Lamisil Once - Single Dose Treatment for Athlete's Foot 1% ... Read more

Lamisil Once - Single Dose Treatment for Athlete's Foot 1% Cutaneous Solution Terbinafine hydrochloride Lamisil Once is a single dose treatment for Athlete's Foot. The clear solution is applied only once. It releases the active ingredient into the skin where it continues to fight the cause and relieve the symptoms of Athletes Foot. At 3 months after treatment with Lamisil Once, the incidence of relapse or reinfection was low. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes. Not recommended for patients under 18. Do not use while breast-feeding. Keep out of reach and sight of children. Store in the original pack. For cutaneous use. Minimize