Treats and helps prevent thrush, a fungus infection in the mouth and throat. Another name for a lozenge is troche (TRO-key or trosh).Belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals
Brand Names:
Mycelex Troche
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to clotrimazole
Uses:
Lozenge
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
Take the medicine for as long as your doctor told you to, even if your symptoms are better. If you stop the medicine too soon, your infection may not be completely cured.
Let the lozenge melt slowly in your mouth. Do not chew it or swallow it whole.
Do not give the lozenges to babies or children younger than 3 years old. If your child is taking this medicine, make sure he or she understands how to take the medicine safely.
If a dose is missed:
Take the missed dose as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store the lozenges at room temperature away from heat, moisture and direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have liver disease.
