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Clotrimazole pessary — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient using clotrimazole pessary for thrush asks about latex condoms. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Avoid relying on latex condoms or diaphragms during treatment if product advice states reduced integrity

Some vaginal antifungal preparations can damage latex contraceptives. In this vignette, "Avoid relying on latex condoms or diaphragms during treatment if product advice states reduced integrity" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS