Used primarily to treat fungal infections, clotrimazole works by stopping the growth of fungi. It is commonly applied to the skin for conditions like athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It is also used in the form of creams, lozenges, or troches for oral thrush and vaginal yeast infections. Due to its broad-spectrum antifungal activity, it is effective against various yeast and dermatophyte species. Clotrimazole is often found in over-the-counter treatments and is valued for its fast action and localized effect with minimal systemic absorption.