clotrimazole

Discovered in 1969, Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication that is used to treat vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, diaper rash, and types of ringworm including athlete's foot and jock itch. This medication can either be taken by mouth or applied as a cream to the skin or in the vagina. It is worth noting that Clotrimazole works by killing the fungus (yeast) that is causing the infection, and it does so by causing holes to appear in its cell membrane, resulting in the contents leaking out. When taken by mouth, Clotrimazole can cause nausea and itchiness. However, when applied to the skin, its side effects include redness and burning. Luckily for pregnant women, this medication is believed to be safe when used on the skin or in the vagina. Plus, there is no evidence of harm when used by mouth during pregnancy. Still, greater care should be taken in those with liver problems when they take Clotrimazole by mouth. Bear in mind that most of the antifungal drugs cause gastrointestinal upset, so they are allowed to take with food to avoid this symptom.