In general, if your symptoms have not improved within 2 to 4 weeks of treatment, notify your doctor. Clotrimazole vaginal preparations should not be used if you have abdominal pain, fever, or a foul-smelling vaginal discharge. Contact your doctor immediately. While using the vaginal preparations, either avoid sexual intercourse or make sure your partner uses a condom. This will prevent reinfection.
Oils used in some vaginal preparations can weaken latex condoms or diaphragms.
To find out whether you can use your medication with latex products, check with your pharmacist. Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication Return to top None have been reported. Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding Return to top The use of clotrimazole during the first trimester of pregnancy has not been adequately studied. It should be used during the first trimester only if clearly needed. Do not use clotrimazole at any time during pregnancy without the advice and supervision of your doctor.