noun
- A synthetic antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin, mouth, and vagina.
Usage: pharmaceutical; commonly used in over-the-counter and prescription formulations
Examples
- The doctor prescribed clotrimazole cream for the patient's fungal skin infection.
- Clotrimazole lozenges are effective for treating oral thrush.
- Many women use clotrimazole to treat vaginal yeast infections.
- The clotrimazole ointment should be applied twice daily to the affected area.
- Clotrimazole is available without a prescription at most pharmacies.