Imazole Tablet 100mg

About Imazole Tablet 100mg

Imazole Tablet 100mg Uses

• Vaginal yeast infections caused by Candida species
• Vulvovaginal candidiasis with itching, discharge and irritation
• Recurrent fungal infections in women with diabetes or on antibiotics

Imazole Tablet 100mg Benefits

• Targets the fungal cell membrane directly at the site of infection
• Single course often clears symptoms within a few days
• Local vaginal action limits absorption into the rest of the body
• Affordable generic option widely available in Pakistan

What Experts Say

Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal that damages the outer membrane of fungal cells. It blocks an enzyme fungi need to build ergosterol, a key structural component of their cell wall. Without a stable membrane, the fungal cells leak and die.

Vaginal clotrimazole tablets work locally rather than through the bloodstream. This limits systemic side effects compared with oral antifungal capsules. Most courses run for one, three or six days depending on the strength prescribed, and inserting the tablet at bedtime allows longer contact time with the vaginal tissue.

Doctors usually confirm a yeast infection before starting treatment, since bacterial vaginosis and other conditions can cause similar symptoms but need different medicine. Recurrent infections, especially in women with diabetes or those on long courses of antibiotics, often need a longer treatment plan, further evaluation and sometimes a different antifungal altogether.

Drug Class

• Imidazole antifungal
• Topical or local acting antimycotic
• Ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Imazole Tablet 100mg formula

• Clotrimazole

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Imazole Tablet 100mg?

• Insert the tablet deep into the vagina using the applicator provided
• Use at bedtime for the full number of days prescribed
• Wash hands before and after inserting the tablet
• Avoid intercourse during the treatment course
• Complete the full course even if symptoms ease after one or two days

Drug Interactions

• Latex Products: Clotrimazole vaginal tablets can weaken latex condoms and diaphragms during and shortly after use.
• Other Vaginal Products: Combining with spermicides or other vaginal medicines may reduce effectiveness.
• Warfarin: Rare reports describe altered bleeding tendency when azole antifungals are combined with warfarin.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy should only happen under medical supervision, particularly in the first trimester.
• Local Irritation: Some women experience burning, itching or redness after insertion.
• Diagnosis First: This tablet treats fungal infections only and will not help bacterial or parasitic causes of vaginal symptoms.
• Recurrent Infections: Repeated infections within a few months need medical review rather than repeated self treatment.

Imazole Tablet 100mg Side Effects

• Vaginal burning or itching after insertion
• Mild pelvic discomfort
• Skin irritation around the vaginal area
• Headache in some users
• Allergic reaction with rash or swelling in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius away from direct sunlight
• Keep the tablet and applicator in the original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard the applicator after single use as directed