Mycelex

• Generic Name: clotrimazole
• Brand Name: Mycelex

Mycelex (Clotrimazole) side effects drug center

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Mycelex Side Effects Center

What Is Mycelex?

Mycelex (clotrimazole) is an antifungal medication used to treat and prevent yeast infections of the mouth and throat. Mycelex is available in generic form.

What Are Side Effects of Mycelex?

Common side effects of Mycelex include:

• nausea,
• vomiting,
• mild itching, or
• an unpleasant sensation in the mouth.

A very serious allergic reaction to Mycelex is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if you have rash, itching, swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, or trouble breathing.

Dosage for Mycelex

Mycelex Troches are administered only as a lozenge that must be slowly dissolved in the mouth. The recommended dose is one troche five times a day for fourteen consecutive days.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Mycelex?

Since Mycelex is not absorbed by your body, drug interactions are not expected. Talk to your doctor before taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Mycelex During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

During pregnancy, Mycelex should be used only when prescribed. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our Mycelex (clotrimazole) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

 

Mycelex Consumer Information

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects may include:

• abnormal liver function tests;
• nausea, vomiting;
• itching, or
• an unpleasant sensation in the mouth.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Read the entire detailed patient monograph for Mycelex (Clotrimazole)

 

Mycelex Professional Information

SIDE EFFECTS

Abnormal liver function tests have been reported in patients treated with clotrimazole troches; elevated SGOT levels were reported in about 15% of patients in the clinical trials (See PRECAUTIONS section).

Nausea, vomiting, unpleasant mouth sensations and pruritus have also been reported with the use of the troche.

Drug Abuse And Dependence

No data available.

Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Mycelex (Clotrimazole)

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