Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository 3's

Question 1

What is the use of Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository?

Accepted Answer

Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository is used to treat vaginal infections caused by bacteria (bacterial vaginosis), yeast (candidiasis) and parasite (trichomoniasis).

Question 2

How does Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository work?

Accepted Answer

Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository is used to treat vaginal infections, such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), candidiasis and trichomoniasis. It consists of 'Clindamycin' (antibiotic) and 'Clotrimazole' (antifungal). Clindamycin is an antibiotic drug and works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibits bacterial growth. Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication and stops fungi's growth by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane.

Question 3

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository?

Accepted Answer

Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver, kidney and gastrointestinal diseases (diarrhoea and colitis, an inflammation of the colon), allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema), diabetes and immune system problems (HIV-AIDS).

Question 4

Can I stop using Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository if my symptoms are relieved?

Accepted Answer

Do not stop using Candid-CL Vaginal Suppository even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Question 5

What are the common causes of vaginal infections?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial infections, yeast infections, parasitic infections, vaginal atrophy after menopause and irritants like body wash/soap/perfumes/vaginal contraceptives devices are some of the common causes of vaginal infections.

Question 6

How are vaginal infections diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor might ask you a few questions about your sexual health like your history of past vaginal infections or if you have had any sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like gonorrhoea. Besides this, your doctor might also perform a pelvic exam by collecting vaginal discharge sample.