Clotrimazole is in a class of antifungal medications called imidazoles. It works by stopping the growth of fungi that cause infection.

• Vaginal clotrimazole is used to treat vaginal yeast infections in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
• Used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and other fungal skin infections (candidiasis). 
• This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

• Burning, stinging, swelling, irritation, redness, pimple-like bumps, tenderness, or flaking of the treated skin may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
• Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blistering, oozing, open sores.
• Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

• Before using clotrimazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other azole antifungals such as econazole, ketoconazole, or miconazole; or if you have any other allergies. 
• This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.
• This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.