Candid Lotion 30 ml | Clotrimazole | For Fungal Infections
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About Candid Lotion 30 ml
Candid Lotion 30 ml is primarily used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, fungal nappy rash, fungal sweat rash and thrush. A fungal infection, also known as mycosis, is a skin infection caused by a fungus.
Candid Lotion 30 ml contains clotrimazole, which works by damaging the fungal cell membrane and causing the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.
In some cases, Candid Lotion 30 ml may cause itching, redness, dryness, burning and stinging sensations. The majority of these side effects of Candid Lotion 30 ml eventually fade away over time without the need for medical intervention. Consult your doctor if any side effects worsen or persist.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Candid Lotion 30 ml . Consult your doctor if you are a pregnant or nursing mother. Do not use any other topical medications simultaneously along with Candid Lotion 30 ml without a doctor's recommendation. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects.
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Uses of Candid Lotion 30 ml
Candid Lotion 30 ml used in the treatment of Fungal infections. The detailed uses of Candid Lotion 30 ml are as follows:
- Fungal skin infections: Candid Lotion 30 ml treats fungal infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash, by eliminating the causative fungi.
- Symptom relief: Candid Lotion 30 ml relieves symptoms of itching, redness, and scaling associated with fungal infections, promoting comfort and healing.
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Directions for Use
- Candid Lotion 30 ml is for external use only.
- It is usually applied 1-2 times daily or as directed by your doctor.
- Take a small amount of Candid Lotion 30 ml on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area.
- Wash your hands before and after applying it unless the treatment is for your hands.
- If Candid Lotion 30 ml accidentally comes in contact with your eyes, mouth, or nose, rinse with water thoroughly.
Key Benefits
- Candid Lotion 30 ml contains clotrimazole, an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash.
- It helps to alleviate the symptoms of thrush.
- Candid Lotion 30 ml damages the fungal cell membrane and causes the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not use Candid Lotion 30 ml if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients.
- If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your doctor before starting Candid Lotion 30 ml .
- Avoid using any other topical products/medicines with Candid Lotion 30 ml .
- Before using Candid Lotion 30 ml , inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking in order to rule out any potential negative effects.
- Do not cover the treated area unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Shower on a regular basis and properly dry yourself before clothing.
- Take warm baths with mild soap.
- Don't share your bedding, towels, or clothes.
- Wearing tights or tight underwear is not recommended.
- Do not scratch the infected area. Scratching the infected skin area may spread the illness to other body parts.
- Avoid harsh soaps and deodorants or any such products.
- Avoid intercourse till the thrush is treated.
- Avoid or limit your consumption of alcohol and caffeine.
- Reduce your intake of sugar, yeast, refined carbohydrates, and mouldy foods.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No reported interaction. But, it is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
There are no competent and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Consult your doctor; there has been no significant research on the use of Candid Lotion 30 ml in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. If Candid Lotion 30 ml is applied to the breast or nipple, wash the area properly before nursing the child.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Candid Lotion 30 ml has no or negligible impact on the ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Limited information is available; hence, if you have any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Limited information is available; hence, if you have any concerns, discuss them with your doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Candid Lotion 30 ml can be used safely for children provided a child specialist has prescribed the dose.
Heart
Candid Lotion 30 ml can be used safely due to minimal systemic absorption. If you have any concerns, please discuss them with your doctor.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Limited information available about the use of Candid Lotion 30 ml in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.
FAQs
Candid Lotion 30 ml contains clotrimazole, which is an antifungal medicine used to treat and prevent fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm infections, etc.
Candid Lotion 30 ml damages the fungal cell membrane and causes the components to leak out, thus killing the fungus and curing the infection.
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, completing the full course of treatment would be suggested even if you feel better.
Unless directed by a doctor, do not use Candid Lotion 30 ml for more than four weeks. If used for prolonged durations, the fungus may become resistant to Candid Lotion 30 ml .
The side effects of Candid Lotion 30 ml include red/irritated skin and a burning or stinging sensation. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Candid Lotion 30 ml is effective against Trichophyton species which cause athlete’s foot, ringworm infection, and jock itch (fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks). Additionally, it works well against yeast known as Candida which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).
The symptoms of skin infection, such as soreness or itching, should improve within a few days of using Candid Lotion 30 ml . However, the signs such as scaling and redness may take longer to disappear. Even if you feel better do not stop using Candid Lotion 30 ml before the duration advised by your doctor.
You are advised to use Candid Lotion 30 ml for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. The type of infection determines the duration of treatment. In general, for tinea infection, the treatment is continued for 1 month and for candida infection, at least for 15 days. Do not stop using Candid Lotion 30 ml on your own even if you feel better as the infection may relapse as it takes some time to kill the fungus.
Candid Lotion 30 ml is safe for children only if used as advised by the doctor. Although minor side effects may occur, they are often not troublesome. However, if your child develops redness, burning sensation, and itching (which is severe in nature), stop using Candid Lotion 30 ml and consult your doctor.
Avoid rubbing the affected areas too much and keep them clean and dry. Although, itching may want you to scratch, avoid scratching as it will damage the skin’s surface and cause the infection to spread further. Avoid sharing towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
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