Empecid L Cream
エンペシドLクリーム
Antifungal (clotrimazole)
Cream
Treatment of itching of the external genitalia accompanied by rash due to recurrence of vaginal candidiasis, limited to those who have previously been diagnosed and treated for vaginal candidiasis by a physician. If vaginal symptoms (such as discharge or a burning sensation) are also present, a vaginal preparation (medicine inserted into the vagina) must be used in combination.
Warnings & Precautions
For use only by those who have previously been diagnosed and treated for vaginal candidiasis by a physician.
This product does not treat internal vaginal candidiasis. If vaginal symptoms (such as discharge or a burning sensation) are also present, a vaginal preparation (medicine inserted into the vagina) must be used in combination.
Active Ingredients
• Clotrimazole 1%
Inactive Ingredients
Sorbitan stearate, polysorbate 60, cetyl myristate, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, benzyl alcohol
Instructions for Use
- ✓Wash hands thoroughly with soap before and after use.
| Age | Dose per use | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (15 years and older, under 60 years) | Appropriate amount | 2 to 3 times daily |
| Under 15 years or 60 years and older | Do not use | — |
- ✕Do not use this product if this appears to be your first occurrence of vaginal candidiasis. If symptoms are appearing for the first time, other diseases may be the cause — consult a physician.
- ✕Do not use if you have had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
- ✕Do not use if you are under 15 years of age or 60 years of age or older.
- ✕Do not use if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.
- ✕Do not use if you have fever, chills, lower abdominal pain, back or shoulder pain, colored or blood-tinged discharge, fishy-smelling discharge, stopped menstruation, irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding, or ulcers, swelling, or erosion in the vagina or external genitalia.
- ✕Do not use if you have been diagnosed with diabetes.
- ✕Do not use if you have had frequent recurrences of vaginal candidiasis (once every 1 to 2 months, or twice or more within 6 months), as an underlying disease may be present.
- ✕Do not use if you are unsure whether your symptoms are a recurrence of vaginal candidiasis.
- ✕Do not apply to any area other than the area around the vagina (external genitalia).
- ✓If any of the following occur after use, stop immediately and consult a physician or pharmacist: irritation, dermatitis, redness or erythema (red rash), skin erosion, small raised rash, warmth, itching, or pain around the vagina.
- ⚠Consult a physician or pharmacist before use if you: are currently under medical treatment; have had an allergic reaction to any medication; or are nursing.
- ✓Strictly follow the prescribed dosage.
- ✓For use on the area around the vagina (external genitalia) only.
- ✓Avoid contact with eyes. If product gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water or lukewarm water and consult an ophthalmologist.
- ✕Do not use during menstruation. If menstruation begins during use, stop immediately and consult a physician.
- ✓This product may degrade or damage latex contraceptive products such as condoms — avoid contact with these products.
- ✓If no improvement is seen after 3 days of use, or if symptoms do not disappear after 6 days, consult a physician. If this product is not effective when used alone, do not attempt to self-treat and consult a physician.
Sources & Documents
- Japanese product page
- English PDF
- Japanese PDF
- Last verified: May 24, 2026
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