Description: Canstat Dusting Powder contains Clotrimazole, a broad-spectrum antifungal agent that works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes. It helps treat and prevent fungal skin infections such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and itching due to sweat or moisture, keeping the skin dry, fresh, and irritation-free.
Dosage Form: Dusting Powder
Route of Administration: Topical
Composition: Clotrimazole IP 1% w/w
Talc IP & Starch IP base q.s.
Mechanism of Action: Clotrimazole acts against fungi by inhibiting ergosterol synthesis. Inhibition of ergosterol synthesis leads to structural and functional impairment of the cytoplasmic membrane.
Indications: Canstat Dusting Powder is ideal for the prevention or treatment of fungal infections such as ringworms, dhobie itch (Jock Itch), athlete’s foot and infections resulting from excessive sweating
Directions for use: Sprinkle the powder over the affected parts of the body or as directed by the Physician.
Side effects: Flaking or Peeling of the Skin, Hypersensitivity, Tenderness, Redness, Erythema, Irritation, Formation of Small Bumps, swelling, Blister, Stinging or Burning Sensation.
Contraindications: Canstat Dusting Powder is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the drug or any excipients from the dosage form.
Special warnings and precautions for use: Always consult with your physician before starting a Clotrimazole treatment, especially for treating infections in your intimate parts. Do not use Canstat Dusting Powder if your doctor confirms a potential drug interaction. It is a topical treatment. So, make sure that it does not enter your body under any circumstances. If you are hypersensitive to imidazole, using latex contraceptives, going through the first trimester of pregnancy, or even a lactating mother, stay away from using this absorbent powder. Do not use Clotrimazole topical powder on deep skin wounds or severe burns. Consult the physician if symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
Storage: Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30 °C. Protect from light.
Presentation: 120 gm