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compositionComposition:CLOTRIMAZOLE-10MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Clogen 10 mg Tablet 10's

Clogen 10 mg Tablet contains clotrimazole, which is an antifungal medication. This medicine is used in the treatment of Oropharyngeal candidiasis, also known as oral thrush. It works by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane, thereby killing the infection-causing fungus. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, itching, and unpleasant mouth sensations.

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More about the Product

Composition :

CLOTRIMAZOLE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Clogen 10 mg Tablet used in the treatment or prevention of oropharyngeal candidiasis. Oropharyngeal candidiasis, also known as oral thrush or candidiasis, is an opportunistic mucosal infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans in the majority of cases.

Clogen 10 mg Tablet comprises clotrimazole, which works by destroying the fungus that causes the infection. Clogen 10 mg Tablet damages the fungal cell membrane and causes the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.

In some cases, Clogen 10 mg Tablet may cause nausea, vomiting, itching, and unpleasant mouth sensations. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult the doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Clogen 10 mg Tablet or if you have any other allergies. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition, especially if you have immune system problems and poor blood circulation.

Uses of Clogen 10 mg Tablet

Clogen 10 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Oropharyngeal candidiasis or Oral thrush. The detailed uses of Clogen 10 mg Tablet are as follows:

  • Oral Thrush Treatment: Clogen 10 mg Tablet can be effective in treating oral thrush, a fungal infection that affects the mucous membranes of the mouth.

Key Benefits

  • Clogen 10 mg Tablet contains clotrimazole, an antifungal drug used to treat or prevent oropharyngeal candidiasis.
  • Clogen 10 mg Tablet works by killing the fungus that causes the infection.
  • Clogen 10 mg Tablet works by damaging the fungal cell membrane and causing the components to flow out. Thereby, Clogen 10 mg Tablet kills the fungus and cures the infection.
Side effects of Clogen 10 mg Tablet
  • To manage an unpleasant mouth sensation, maintain good oral hygiene by brushing, flossing, and cleaning your tongue regularly.
  • Drink enough water or fluids to prevent dry mouth.
  • Avoid triggers such as acidic foods, spicy foods, alcohol, tobacco, or strong mouthwashes.
  • Stimulate saliva production by eating crunchy fruits and vegetables, sucking on sugar-free candies, or chewing sugar-free gum.
  • Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild toothpaste if you have sensitive teeth.
  • Avoid drinking too much alcohol and cigrattee smoking.
  • Manage stress with relaxation techniques, as it may worsen mouth discomfort.
  • If the unpleasant sensation in your mouth is severe, persistent, or followed by pain, sores, or taste changes, consult your doctor or a dentist immediately.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Cool the burn by using cool (not cold) running water to reduce tissue damage and pain.
  • Slowly remove any tight clothing or jewellery from the burned area.
  • After cooling, apply a topical ointment like aloevera gel or a mild antibiotic cream to help with healing.
  • Use a clean bandage to protect the burn area from further irritation.
  • Take over-the-counter pain medication if needed.
  • Do not apply butter or other greasy substances, as they can trap bacteria and hinder healing.
  • If the burn covers a large area of skin or if the burn appears to be deeper than the top layer of skin, with blisters or significant redness, consult the doctor and get treated.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience skin redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication.
  • Apply cool compresses or calamine lotion to the affected skin area to reduce irritation.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help alleviate symptoms and keep your skin soothing.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

Directions for Use

  • Use Clogen 10 mg Tablet as advised by the doctor.
  • Apply the recommended amount of the mouth paint to the affected area. 
  • Do not swallow the medicine.
  • Clogen 10 mg Tablet is only for the application in the mouth.
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Overdoses of Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious side effects. Seek emergency medical help if an overdose is suspected.
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Alcohol

Caution

No reported interaction with Clogen 10 mg Tablet . However, it is best to limit or avoid alcohol while taking medication.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There is no well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. The doctor will prescribe if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

There has been no significant research on the use of Clogen 10 mg Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

The ability to drive or utilise machines is unaffected by Clogen 10 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available; hence, in case of any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available; hence, in case of any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The safety and effectiveness of Clogen 10 mg Tablet in children under the age of three years have not been established. However, for children above 3 years, Clogen 10 mg Tablet should be used only if recommended by the paediatrician.

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious side effects. Seek emergency medical help if an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • To maintain adequate oral hygiene, brush your teeth twice, floss once, and scrape your tongue once daily.
  • Gargling with salt water aids in the healing of oral infection.
  • Consume less spicy and acidic foods.
  • Consume unsweetened yoghurt, fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Visit your dentist on a regular basis. This is especially critical if you wear dentures or have diabetes.
  • Avoid using traditional mouthwash, which not only upsets the proportion of your oral microbiome but also dries out your mouth, increasing your risk of thrush. If you are concerned about the natural bacteria balance in your mouth, consult your dentist.
  • Quit smoking.

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Drug Warnings

  • Notify your doctor if you are allergic to clotrimazole or have any other allergies before using this medication.
  • If you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy or nursing, consult your doctor.
  • Caution is advised while using Clogen 10 mg Tablet in the elderly as they may be more sensitive to the effects of Clogen 10 mg Tablet , particularly skin thinning.
  • Keep the doctor up to date on your health status, especially if you have immune system issues or poor blood circulation.
  • Also, inform your doctor about any medicines you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects.
  • After using this medication, do not eat or drink anything for at least 30 minutes.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClotrimazoleLomitapide
Critical
ClotrimazoleIvabradine
Severe

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ClotrimazoleLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Clogen 10 mg Tablet with lomitapide can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet with lomitapide may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience joint pain or swelling, skin rash, itching, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
ClotrimazoleIvabradine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of ivabradine with Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of ivabradine, which may result in an excessive slowing of the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet with Ivabradine may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, fatigue, or low blood pressure. irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ClotrimazoleOxycodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministering oxycodone with Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of oxycodone. This may increase side effects such as sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking and judgement.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clogen 10 mg Tablet with Oxycodone can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, fainting, confusion, excessive drowsiness, slow heart rate, and shallow or difficult breathing contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ClotrimazoleHalofantrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of halofantrine with Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of halofantrine. High blood levels of halofantrine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clogen 10 mg Tablet and Halofantrine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath contact doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ClotrimazoleRanolazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of ranolazine with Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of ranolazine. High blood levels of ranolazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet with Ranolazine may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience irregular heartbeat, lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, or nausea and vomiting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ClotrimazoleHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of hydrocodone with Clogen 10 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of hydrocodone. This may increase side effects such as sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking and judgement.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet and Hydrocodone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, fainting, confusion, excessive sleepiness, a slow heart rate, and/or shallow or difficult breathing, contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
ClotrimazoleAxitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Taking axitinib with Clogen 10 mg Tablet can increase the effect of axitinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet with Axitinib may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ClotrimazoleBosutinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Taking bosutinib and Clogen 10 mg Tablet can considerably increase the levels and effects of bosutinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Clogen 10 mg Tablet with Bosutinib together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
ClotrimazoleAstemizole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Clogen 10 mg Tablet with astemizole can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Clogen 10 mg Tablet and astemizole, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
ClotrimazoleEplerenone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Clogen 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of eplerenone and Clogen 10 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels and side effects of eplerenone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Clogen 10 mg Tablet and eplerenone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms like nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without your doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Clogen 10 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Oropharyngeal candidiasis or Oral thrush.

Clogen 10 mg Tablet works by damaging the fungal cell membrane and causing the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.

Do not drink or eat anything right after using Clogen 10 mg Tablet . You should wait at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking.

It is not recommended to rinse your mouth immediately after applying mouth paint. Wait at least 30 minutes, and then rinse the mouth.

Thrush often resolves on its own without treatment. A persistent yeast infection may need the use of antifungal drugs like Clogen 10 mg Tablet .

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