{"product_id":"clotrine-b-15g-cream","title":"Clotrine-B 15g Cream","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClotrine-B 15g cream\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription topical combination cream. It contains two active ingredients: \u003cb\u003eclotrimazole (1% w\/w)\u003c\/b\u003e, a broad-spectrum antifungal agent, and \u003cb\u003ebetamethasone dipropionate (0.05% w\/w)\u003c\/b\u003e, a potent corticosteroid. It is widely used to treat \u003cb\u003einflammatory fungal skin infections\u003c\/b\u003e, such as ringworm (\u003ci\u003etinea corporis\u003c\/i\u003e), jock itch (\u003ci\u003etinea cruris\u003c\/i\u003e), and athlete's foot (\u003ci\u003etinea pedis\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe cream targets both the root cause and the uncomfortable symptoms of a skin infection simultaneously:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEliminates Fungus\u003c\/b\u003e: Clotrimazole disrupts the synthesis of ergosterol, a vital component of the fungal cell membrane. This creates holes in the membrane, causing essential nutrients to leak out and effectively killing the fungus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalms Inflammation\u003c\/b\u003e: Betamethasone suppresses the immune response in the skin. It blocks the release of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause swelling, intense itching, and angry redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean the Area\u003c\/b\u003e: Wash and thoroughly dry the affected skin before applying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eApply Thinly\u003c\/b\u003e: Massage a small, thin layer gently into the infected area and surrounding skin with clean hands. Wash your hands immediately after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Not Occlude\u003c\/b\u003e: Avoid wrapping, bandaging, or covering the treated skin with airtight dressings unless specifically told to do so by a doctor. This drastically increases steroid absorption into the body, heightening the risk of side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish the Course\u003c\/b\u003e: Use it for the exact duration recommended by your doctor (typically 1 to 2 weeks). Do not stop early just because the itching goes away, or the infection may return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVital Precautions and Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid Sensitive Areas\u003c\/b\u003e: This medication is intended for external skin use only. Do not apply it to your face, eyes, lips, or internal vaginal tissue unless directed by a specialist. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteroid Limitations\u003c\/b\u003e: Because it contains a strong steroid, do not use it continuously for long periods. Prolonged use can cause skin thinning (atrophy), stretch marks, or systemic hormone suppression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocal Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Some users experience mild burning, stinging, redness, or dryness right where the cream is applied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote for Diabetics\u003c\/b\u003e: If you are using this alongside your diabetes medications (like Sita or Piogluc), be aware that large amounts of topical steroids absorbed through broken skin can occasionally influence blood glucose levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Universal Corporation Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53373371875628,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/clotrine-b-15g-cream","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}