Candid 1% Dusting Powder

Candid 1% Dusting Powder is a popular medication when it comes to the treatment of fungal infections of the skin. Some conditions where the medicine is used include Athlete’s foot, Ringworm and Jock itch.

Apart from treating the infection, Candid 1% Dusting Powder also reduces the symptoms of such skin infections, such as burning, itching and cracking of the skin. The medicine works by disrupting the Cell Membrane formation of the Fungal Infection. This eventually causes the fungus to perish.

Candid 1% Dusting Powder helps in preventing and treating fungal infections caused due to sweating and moisture accumulation. It relieves the itching in the intimate parts of the body including underarms, waistline, inner thighs and feet.

The drug may lead to some side effects in people. Side effects include application site allergic reactions, which is not necessary to occur. However, the medicine features on the World Health Organization’s safe and most effective medicine list. This signifies that side effects from the medicine are limited and rare.

The drug exists in both topical and oral forms. Both of these are safe to use for children. However, some unforeseen effects may affect pregnant women using the topical form of medicine, as the cream is absorbed under the skin.

• Skin Fungal Infections

• Hypersensitivity

• No common side effects

• Application Site Reactions (Burning Sensation)

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The active-period of this medication inside the body is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time required for the medication to produce results is not clinically established.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication does not cause any harm to the fetus, but there is no scientific evidence to certify it. Hence, it is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy. It is best to be administered orally.

• Is it habit forming?

  No reports of habit-forming tendencies have been registered.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication should be avoided by breastfeeding women unless very necessary. The risks and benefits of it should be discussed with the doctor before consuming it.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found or established.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  No interaction found or established.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No interaction found or established.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No interaction found or established.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Candid 1% Dusting Powder , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Clocidol 1% Dusting Powder

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Canazole 1% Dusting Powder

  Lupin Ltd

• Abzorb 1% Dusting Powder

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Nuforce 1% Dusting Powder

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Mycoderm C 1% Dusting Powder

  Fdc Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if you have missed a scheduled dose. One should avoid taking the missed dose without consulting your doctor.

This medication has both fungistatic and fungicidal actions. It binds to phospholipids in the fungal cell membrane and alters its permeability.

• Ques : What is Candid 1 dusting powder?

  Ans : This medication has Clotrimazole as an active element present. It performs its action by restricting the growth of fungi.

• Ques : What are the uses of Candid 1 dusting powder?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Treatment of ringworm, Treatment of jock itch, Fungal infections of penis, Fungal infections of groin, Fungal infections of armpit and skin folds, Treatment of athlete's foot, etc.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Candid 1 dusting powder?

  Ans : This medication which has some commonly reported side effects such as Burning, Itching, Eczema, Discomfort, Upset stomach, Mild irritation, Irritation, Abdominal pain, Redness, Swelling, Stomach pain, and Fever.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Candid 1 dusting powder?

  Ans : Store this medication in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Uthis medicationnused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Candid 1% Dusting Powder before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medicine takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Candid 1% Dusting Powder?

  Ans : Contraindication to candid. In addition, this medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Allergy and Contraceptives.

• Ques : Is Candid 1% Dusting Powder safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Candid 1% Dusting Powder be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as dizziness, fainting, feeling of discomfort, hives, Irritation, nausea, pain on the affected area, skin blister, skin itching, etc.

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