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KANSEN CREAM
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- Brand: ACTAVIS products
- Model: D01AC01
Kansen 10 mg/g cream is a topical antifungal medicine containing clotrimazole. It is used to treat selected fungal infections of the skin caused by dermatophytes, yeasts, moulds and other fungi.
Kansen may be used for athlete’s foot and fungal infections affecting the hands, trunk, limbs, skin folds and groin, as well as pityriasis versicolor and cutaneous candidiasis. It is intended for adults and is available without a prescription.
This formulation is a dermal cream for external use. Do not insert it into the vagina, place it in the mouth or eyes, or swallow it. Separate vaginal clotrimazole formulations are used for internal vaginal treatment. Nail or scalp infections commonly require a different formulation and longer treatment.
Kansen cream – application, treatment duration and warnings
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Clotrimazole 10 mg per gram |
| Strength | 1% |
| Pack size | Aluminium tube containing 20 g |
| Application | A thin layer two or three times daily |
| Age group | Adults |
| Legal status | Available without a prescription |
What is Kansen used for?
- athlete’s foot or tinea pedis;
- fungal infection of the hands;
- fungal infection of the trunk and limbs;
- fungal infection of skin folds and the groin;
- pityriasis versicolor;
- cutaneous candidiasis;
- external Candida infection of the vulva;
- Candida inflammation of the glans and foreskin.
Itching, redness and scaling are not always caused by fungi. Eczema, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, bacterial infection and irritation may produce similar symptoms. Seek professional advice when the diagnosis is uncertain.
How is the cream applied?
- Wash and dry your hands.
- Carefully wash and completely dry the affected skin.
- For athlete’s foot, dry particularly well between the toes.
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area and a small margin of surrounding skin.
- Rub in gently without excessive friction.
- Wash your hands after application unless the hands are being treated.
Apply the cream two or three times daily. Approximately half a centimetre of cream is sufficient for an area the size of the palm.
How long is treatment continued?
- Fungal infection of the feet, hands, trunk, limbs or skin folds: three to four weeks.
- Pityriasis versicolor: one to three weeks.
- External genital fungal infection: one to two weeks.
Complete the recommended course even when itching, redness or scaling improves earlier. Contact a doctor when there is no improvement after the recommended treatment period.
Hygiene for athlete’s foot
- Keep the skin between the toes clean and completely dry.
- Change socks every day and wash them appropriately.
- Do not share towels, footwear or bathroom mats.
- Allow footwear to dry fully and alternate shoes when possible.
- Avoid scratching the affected skin.
- Wash your hands after touching infected areas.
External genital candidiasis
Kansen may be applied externally for Candida vulvitis in women and Candida balanitis in men. It does not treat an infection inside the vagina.
When applied in the genital area, the cream may temporarily reduce the effectiveness and safety of latex products such as condoms and diaphragms. This effect occurs during treatment.
Who must not use Kansen?
Do not use the cream if you are allergic to clotrimazole, benzyl alcohol or another ingredient.
Cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions such as contact dermatitis. Benzyl alcohol may cause mild local irritation or an allergic reaction.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Kansen may be used during pregnancy only according to the instructions of a doctor or another healthcare professional.
It may be used during breastfeeding. When applied to the nipple area, wash the breast thoroughly before feeding.
Interactions
No clinically important medicine interactions are known. Do not independently layer several antifungal medicines, antiseptics, corticosteroids or cosmetic creams on the same area.
Possible side effects
- burning or stinging;
- itching, redness or rash;
- scaling and irritation;
- contact dermatitis;
- blisters or hives;
- swelling or pain at the application site;
- tingling sensations.
- difficulty breathing;
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat;
- fainting or a sudden fall in blood pressure;
- severe hives or a rapidly spreading rash;
- sudden serious worsening of the treated skin.
When is medical assessment required?
Seek advice if symptoms do not improve after the recommended course, the condition spreads quickly, pus or fever develops, the nails or scalp are affected, infections repeatedly return, or you have diabetes, impaired immunity or poor circulation.
Missed application and accidental ingestion
Apply a missed dose when remembered and continue according to the usual schedule. Do not use twice the amount.
The cream is for external use only. Rinse with water and seek medical advice if it is swallowed or enters the eyes or mouth.
Treating athlete’s foot involves more than applying cream. Dry carefully between the toes, change socks every day and allow footwear to dry fully. Continue treatment for the recommended period rather than stopping as soon as itching improves. Nail involvement, painful cracks, pus or marked swelling require assessment because an ordinary skin cream may not be sufficient.
Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy
Price and availability
Related category and education
Related skin-care products are available in the Skin Conditions and Irritations category.
Related blog topic: What is Candida, where does it occur and how can it be treated?
Composition, appearance and packaging
Each gram contains 10 mg of clotrimazole.
Other ingredients are sorbitan stearate, polysorbate 60, cetyl palmitate, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, benzyl alcohol and purified water.
Kansen is a uniform, white, odourless cream supplied in a 20 g aluminium tube.
Marketing authorisation holder: Actavis d.o.o. Belgrade.
Manufacturer: Hemofarm AD Vršac, Republic of Serbia.
Storage
Store below 25°C in the original packaging to protect it from light and moisture. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Use within 30 days after first opening.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kansen a clotrimazole cream?
Yes. It contains clotrimazole at a concentration of 1%.
How often is it applied?
Apply a thin layer two or three times daily.
How long is it used for athlete’s foot?
Usually for three to four weeks, even when symptoms improve earlier.
Can Kansen cream be inserted into the vagina?
No. This product is a dermal cream. Separate vaginal formulations are intended for internal vaginal use.
Does it treat nail fungus?
An ordinary skin cream is not the standard treatment for isolated nail fungus. A nail solution, lacquer or systemic treatment may be required.
How long may it be used after opening?
For 30 days when stored correctly.
Official sources:
ALIMS – Patient Information Leaflet |
ALIMS – Summary of Product Characteristics.
Marketing authorisation renewed on 28 April 2025. Official information revised in April 2025. Content checked: August 2026.
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