Candid Cream 50 gm (Clotrimazole 1%)

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Candid Cream 50 gm is a combination medicine. It is used to treat various types of skin infections usually the fungal type of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also acts against infection-causing microorganisms.

Candid Cream 50 gm is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands.

If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).

Before Taking Candid Cream 50 gm, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution.

Use of Candid Cream 50 gm

• Use Candid Cream 50 gm as directed by your doctor.
• It is meant for external use only.
• The dosage and length of treatment depend on the type of infection to be treated.
• Ensure the area is cleaned and dried before application.
• Apply it on the healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Does It Work?

Candid Cream 50 skills fungal cells by altering the permeability of their cell wall. It binds to phospholipids in the cell membrane and inhibits certain processes required for cell membrane production. This leads to cell death via loss of intracellular elements.

Candid Cream 50 gm is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Clotrimazole which treat skin infections.

Beclometasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi on the skin by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.

Dosage of Candid Cream 50 gm

Overdose

• As Candid Cream is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied …

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying Candid Cream, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Side effect of  Candid Cream 50 gm 

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Candid-B

• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
• Burning sensation
• Dry skin

FAQS:

1.What are the recommended storage conditions for Candid Cream 50 gm?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

2.What is Candid Cream 50 gm?

Candid Cream 50 gm is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Clotrimazole. This combination is used to treat skin infections.

Clotrimazole is an antifungal drug that works by inhibiting the growth of fungi that cause skin infection. Beclometasone is a steroid medicine and it decreases swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the area of skin infection.

3.Is it safe to use Candid Cream 50 gm?

Yes, Candid Cream 50 gm is safe when used according to the doctor’s advice and for a limited duration of time (1-2 weeks). However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like transient burning, itching and irritation at the application site.

It may also cause other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem while using this medicine.

4.Can I stop taking Candid Cream 50 gm when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Candid Cream 50 gm without completing the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured but you should complete your advised duration.

5.What are the precautions needed to be taken while using Candid Cream 50 gm?

Candid Cream 50 gm should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer than the advised period of time. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side effects.

This medicine should only be used by the patient and not shared with others even if their condition appears to be the same.

6.How to use Candid Cream 50 gm?

Follow the directions given by the healthcare provider on the medication. Apply the medicine thinly and in sufficient quantity to cover the affected area. Wash your hands after using Candid Cream 50 gm, unless it is used for treating skin infections on the hands.

7.Can I use a higher than the recommended dose of Candid Cream 50 gm ?

No, do not use a higher than recommended dose of Candid Cream 50 gm. You should also avoid using it for long periods or on large areas of skin. It can result in too much medicine being absorbed into the body.

This may lead to thinning or weakening of the skin and other serious side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.