Medicine Overview of Dermasim 500 VT 500mg Tablet
Dermasim 500 VT is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal infection of vagina such as burning, itching, and discharge. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Dermasim 500 VT is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results. The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You must consult with your doctor if you do not observe any improvement within 3 days of treatment.
Some of the common side effects include vaginal burning sensation and irritation. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.
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- Fungal infections of vagina
- Irritation
- Vaginal burning sensation
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Dermasim 500 VT helps treat vaginal fungal infections. It reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge.
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Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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It is inserted into the vagina using an applicator, usually at night before going to bed.
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Avoid contact with your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
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It can damage condoms and diaphragms and make them ineffective at preventing pregnancy. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.
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It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
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Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not get improved within 3 days of taking the medicine.
Adult: Vaginal Vulvovaginal candidiasis:
Clotrimazole VT 100 & 200- First infections: In general, a 3-day treatment is sufficient for Candida vaginitis. On 3 consecutive nights, Clotrimazole VT 100 or 1 Clotrimazole VT 200 are inserted as deeply as possible into the vagina. This is best achieved when lying on one’s back with the knees slightly bent.
Re-infections: In general, a 6-day treatment is sufficient. This applies also to mixed infections with the above-mentioned causative organisms. On six consecutive nights, 1 Clotrimazole VT 100 is inserted as deeply as possible into the vagina. If necessary, 2 Clotrimazole VT 100 (1 in the morning and 1 in the evening) or 1 Clotrimazole VT 200 daily can be used for 6-12 days.
Treatment should be timed so as to avoid the menstrual period and be finished before the onset of menstruation. To avoid re-infection, the partner should undergo local treatment with Clotrimazole Cream at the same time.
Clotrimazole VT 500- Single dose, complete treatment with one vaginal tablet. The tablet should be inserted as deeply as possible in to the vagina. This is best achieved when lying on one’s back with the knees slightly bent. It is recommended that the treatment should be timed so as to avoid the menstrual period.
For prevention of re-infection the partner should be treated locally with Clotrimazole Cream at the same time.
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Avoid contact with eyes upon topical application. Childn <3 yrs. Pregnancy, lactation.
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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>10%
Abnl LFTs
1-10%
Mild burning, irritation, stinging to skin or vaginal area
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Pregnancy
Small amounts of imidazoles may be absorbed systemically following topical and vaginal administration
Lactation
Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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