DERMIQUEEN Dusting Powder – Clotrimazole IP 1% w/w

Amcare Pharma | Dermatology / Topical Antifungal

1. Product Overview

DERMIQUEEN Dusting Powder is a topical antifungal preparation containing Clotrimazole IP 1% w/w, supplied in a 75 g container according to the product artwork.

Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal used for susceptible fungal infections of the skin. The powder format may be convenient for application to suitable external skin areas, particularly where moisture and friction are concerns. The exact indications should follow the approved product information.

2. Product details

Clinical distinction: Clotrimazole treats susceptible fungal infections. It should not be described as a treatment for prickly heat itself, which is generally caused by blocked sweat ducts. Itching can have several causes, so the underlying condition matters.

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3. Composition and strength

Each gram of DERMIQUEEN Dusting Powder contains:

• Clotrimazole IP — 1% w/w

• Excipients — Q.S.

At 1% w/w, the formulation contains 10 mg of clotrimazole per gram of powder.

4. What is DERMIQUEEN used for?

Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine used for susceptible fungal infections of the skin, including:

• Tinea corporis (ringworm): fungal infection of the body.

• Tinea cruris (jock itch): fungal infection affecting the groin.

• Tinea pedis (athlete’s foot): fungal infection affecting the feet.

• Selected superficial skin infections caused by susceptible fungi, according to the product’s approved information.

Clotrimazole is used for these common fungal skin infections, although the approved directions and duration can differ by formulation and condition.

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5. How does clotrimazole work?

Clotrimazole belongs to the imidazole class of antifungal medicines. It interferes with the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes.

This disrupts normal fungal cell membrane function and inhibits the growth of susceptible fungi.

Mechanism summary:

Clotrimazole → Inhibition of ergosterol synthesis → Disruption of fungal cell membrane function → Inhibition of susceptible fungal growth.

6. Benefits of the dusting powder format

The powder format may be convenient for external application to appropriate skin areas.

Potential practical benefits include:

• Convenient application to external skin.

• A dry powder format for suitable skin areas.

• An alternative dosage form for patients who prefer powder to cream.

• A formulation that may be useful in selected superficial fungal skin infections when the approved directions support its use.

The artwork identifies DERMIQUEEN as an absorbent dusting powder, but it does not provide clinical evidence that it is superior to antifungal creams or other formulations.

7. How to use DERMIQUEEN Dusting Powder

Follow the directions on the approved product leaflet or those given by a healthcare professional.

General application guidance:

1. Clean the affected skin gently and dry it thoroughly.

2. Apply the powder to the affected external area as directed.

3. Wash your hands after application.

4. Avoid inhaling the powder or allowing it to enter the eyes, nose or mouth.

5. Keep the container closed when not in use.

The artwork does not specify a product-specific frequency or treatment duration, so these should be confirmed from the approved product information rather than invented for the website.

8. Side effects

Possible local effects of clotrimazole preparations include:

• Burning or stinging

• Redness

• Itching

• Skin irritation

• Contact sensitivity or rash

These reactions are generally local, but severe allergic reactions can occur rarely.

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Stop use and seek medical advice if significant irritation or a worsening rash develops.

9. Precautions and warnings

• For external use only.

• Avoid contact with eyes and mucosal surfaces.

• Do not inhale the powder.

• Do not apply to severely damaged skin unless advised by a healthcare professional.

• Do not use if you have a known allergy to clotrimazole or any ingredient in the formulation.

• Keep away from children.

• If the condition worsens or fails to improve within the period specified in the approved product information, seek medical assessment.

Persistent itching does not always indicate a fungal infection. Other skin conditions may require a different treatment.

10. Pregnancy, breastfeeding and children

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional before using DERMIQUEEN, particularly over large areas or for prolonged periods.

Children: Use according to the approved product information and healthcare professional’s advice. Keep the powder away from children’s faces to reduce the risk of inhalation.

The supplied artwork does not state a minimum age or specific paediatric directions.

11. Storage

• Store according to the approved product label.

• Keep the container tightly closed.

• Protect it from excessive heat and moisture.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date.

12. Frequently asked questions

What is DERMIQUEEN Dusting Powder?

DERMIQUEEN is a clotrimazole 1% w/w topical antifungal dusting powder supplied in a 75 g container.

Is DERMIQUEEN used for fungal infections?

Yes. Clotrimazole is used to treat susceptible fungal skin infections such as ringworm, jock itch and athlete’s foot.

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Does DERMIQUEEN treat itching?

It may help relieve itching caused by a susceptible fungal infection. Itching due to other causes may not respond to clotrimazole.

Can DERMIQUEEN be used for prickly heat?

Prickly heat is not itself a fungal infection. DERMIQUEEN should not be promoted as a specific treatment for prickly heat unless an appropriate indication is established in the approved product information.

What is the strength of DERMIQUEEN?

Clotrimazole IP 1% w/w, equivalent to 10 mg per gram.

What is the pack size?

The displayed container is 75 g.