Clotrimazole — Azole antifungal (topical). Study the mechanism, listed uses and warnings from the US label on one sourced card.
Generic name
Clotrimazole
Class
Azole antifungal (topical)
Mechanism
Broad-spectrum antifungal acting primarily on dividing and growing organisms; fungistatic and fungicidal activity is demonstrated in vitro against specified susceptible fungi.
Used for
Topical treatment of skin candidiasis caused by Candida albicans; Tinea versicolor caused by Malassezia furfur
Hypersensitivity to any component (contraindicated); This skin solution must not be used in the eyes
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Label date: 20260716 · For learning, not clinical decisions. US label and brand information; always consult the current source.
Source snapshot checked: 2026-10-21. The source document and selected fields were compared. The complete card has not had an independent clinical review.
Mechanism: Blocks methylation of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid, interfering with DNA and, less so, RNA synthesis.
On both cards: Common side effects — Erythema; Stinging / burning; Pruritus
Only on the Fluorouracil (topical cream) card: Used for — Actinic keratosis (face, ears, scalp) · Common side effects — Scaling / dryness; Crusting · Warnings — Contraindicated in pregnancy; DPD deficiency (contraindicated); Avoid periocular area; photosensitivity
Mechanism: Activates retinoic acid receptors (RAR-alpha, beta, gamma) that may modify epithelial cell growth and differentiation.
On both cards: Common side effects — Erythema; Skin irritation
Only on the Tretinoin card: Used for — Acne vulgaris in adults and children aged 12 or older, for the cited microsphere gel · Common side effects — Skin burning; Peeling; Dryness · Warnings — Local skin irritation; Photosensitivity; Initial worsening of inflammatory acne
Mechanism: Chelates polyvalent cations such as Fe3+ or Al3+, inhibiting fungal metal-dependent enzymes that degrade peroxides. The relevance of its antifungal property to seborrheic dermatitis is unknown.
On both cards: Common side effects — Erythema; Pruritus
Only on the Ciclopirox card: Used for — Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp in adults · Common side effects — Burning · Warnings — Local irritation or sensitivity; Avoid contact with eyes; Hair discoloration
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