Candid-B Cream contains clotrimazole (an antifungal) and beclomethasone (a corticosteroid) and should be used only under a doctor’s guidance. Clean and dry the affected area, then apply a thin layer of the cream once or twice daily as prescribed. Avoid using it on the face, open wounds, or for longer than advised, since overuse can cause skin thinning, irritation, or other side effects. Always wash your hands before and after application, and do not cover the area with tight dressings unless directed by your doctor.

I have had an itchy rash for more than a month, and Candid-B cream hasn?t helped. What should I do

If Candid B has not worked after a month, it may not be the proper treatment. Stop using steroid creams, keep the region clean and dry, and switch to a basic antifungal cream like clotrimazole or terbinafine. If the rash is spreading, particularly uncomfortable, or does not improve within a week, consult a dermatologist long lasting rashes may require a thorough examination or oral medicine.

Can the candid cream be used on private parts?

Candid-B Cream contains Beclometasone (0.025%), a mild corticosteroid, and Clotrimazole (1%), an antifungal medicine. It may be used on the external genital area only if prescribed by a doctor to treat fungal infections with inflammation, redness, or itching. However, it should be applied externally in a thin layer and not inside the vagina, urethra, or rectum. Prolonged or unsupervised use can cause skin thinning, irritation, or steroid-related side effects, so it should be used strictly under medical supervision and only for the prescribed duration.

I am facing itching with minor skin peeling. I have controlled diabetes. What medicine should I use?

Itching with mild skin peeling in diabetics is frequently caused by dry skin or a fungal infection. Keep the region clean and dry, moisturize on a regular basis, and use an antifungal cream such as clotrimazole or terbinafine if it appears red or itching. If the problem is simply dryness, apply a light moisturizer such as Cetaphil or Venusia. Because diabetes raises the risk of infection, consult a doctor if symptoms do not resolve in a few days or if redness spreads.

I am experiencing itching on my inner thighs and occasionally on the penis. A skin specialist said it may be a fungal infection. What should I do now?

This is most likely a fungal infection (jock?itch). Wear loose cotton clothing, keep the region clean and dry, and apply an antifungal cream such clotrimazole, miconazole, or terbinafine twice a day for 2-3 weeks. Avoid scratching your underwear and change it every day. If the irritation persists or worsens after 1-2 weeks, consult a dermatologist for harsher treatment.

After travelling for 50 hours by train, I developed red, itchy spots on my hands and legs. I used Candid-B Cream, but there is no relief. What medicine do you recommend?

Since your red, itchy spots appeared after travel and did not improve with Candid-B Cream (Clotrimazole and Beclometasone), they are likely caused by an allergic reaction or heat rash rather than a fungal infection. Stop using this antifungal cream, keep your skin clean and cool, and consult a doctor, who may recommend an oral antihistamine or a mild topical anti-itch lotion.