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Comparing Clotrimazole Topical vs Nystatin Topical

Clotrimazole topical

Nystatin topical

Prescribed for Vaginal Yeast Infection, Cutaneous Candidiasis, Tinea Corporis, Intertrigo, Paronychia, Tinea Pedis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Versicolor. May also be prescribed off label for... more

Prescribed for Cutaneous Candidiasis, Vaginal Yeast Infection, Paronychia. nystatin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prescription and OTC

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

Recent helpful reviews
9.6
11 Reviews

For Vaginal Yeast Infection This is the only product that ever worked effectively for me. Very, fast acting, over the counter product.

10
Preen
6.3
14 Reviews

For Cutaneous Candidiasis Works great on severe cases, but never seems to completely rid the problem, only to have it return. I've had an on going problem for more than 5 years.

8
Anonymous

For Cutaneous Candidiasis I have had this prescribed for both of my.kids when they were in diapers. They would get a yeast infection on the surface of their skin, and this medicine eradicated it almost immediately. Their itching stopped with the first application, and after a few days the infection was gone. I have recently used it for a yeast infection on the surface of the skin as well. The itching stopped immediately and after four applications the infection is almost gone. Would definitely recommend it.

10
cowgirlsmb

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Drug Class

Side Effects

See the full clotrimazole topical side effects document.

See the full nystatin topical side effects document.

Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 14 gram(s)
Dosage 1%
Per Unit* $0.69
Cost* $9.63
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Quantity 15 gram(s)
Dosage 100,000 units/g
Per Unit* $1.11
Cost* $16.59
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Generic Availability

Yes (this medicine)

Yes (this medicine)

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Topical cream
  • Topical solution
  • Vaginal cream with applicator
  • Topical cream
  • Topical ointment
  • Topical powder

Brand Names
Abtrim, Abtrim Pessaries, Canesten, Canesten 1, Canesten 3, Canesten 6 Day Pessary, Clotrimazole-3,... more Mycostatin Topical, Nyamyc, Nyata, Nystop, Pedi-Dri, and Pediaderm AF

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

N/A

N/A

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.

FDA Alerts

N/A

N/A

Drug Interactions

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Disease Interactions

No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

First Approval Date

February 03, 1975

September 08, 1964

WADA Class

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N/A

N/A

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