Candid V 2% Gel

Peoples suffering from skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch and ringworm are treated by the use of Candid V. It is a broad spectrum anti fungal medicine. This medicine also gives relieves from symptoms such as

• Itching
• Burning
• Cracking of the skin
• discomfort caused by these infections.

It is used for the treatment of yeast and fungal infections of the vagina, the mouth, and the skin. Also, it is used for treating oral thrush, ringworm, player’s foot, jock itch, etc. This gel limits the production of ergosterol which is an important component of the fungal cell membrane. Disruption in its production leads to the development of holes in the membrane and leakage of cell component, therefore resulting in the death of the bacteria.

• Oral Thrush

• Skin Fungal Infections

• Vaginal Candidiasis

• Allergy

• Abdominal Pain

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Vaginal Bleeding

• Skin Rash

• Redness Of Skin

• Vaginal Infection

• How long is the duration of effect?

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

• What is the onset of action?

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

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Till the first trimester of pregnancy, the topical forms of this medicine are relatively safe for consumption. These should, however, only be taken under proper supervision of your doctor. It is not recommended to take the oral form of this medicine during pregnancy, until absolutely necessary. Proper consultation with the doctor is recommended before taking/using this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No reports of habit-forming tendencies have been registered.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

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

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Candid V 2% Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Canazole 2% Gel

  Lupin 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.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, doctor should be consulted immediately. The overdose symptoms are restlessness, confusion and dizziness. As per the severity of the symptoms, the supportive measures like gastric lavage are initiated.

Candid V 2% Gel has both fungistatic and fungicidal actions. It binds to phospholipids in the fungal cell membrane and alters it's permeability.

• Ques : What is Candid V 2% Gel?

  Ans : Candid V is a medication which has Clotrimazole Topical as an active factor present in it. This gel performs its action by restricting the growth of fungi. Candid V 2 gel is used to treat conditions such as Fungal infections of penis, vulva, groin, and Treatment of ringworm, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Candid V 2% Gel?

  Ans : Candid V is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Candidiasis, Fungal skin infection of vagina, penis, vulva, groin, Tinea versicolor, Relief of itching, burning, cracking, and scaling associated with athlete's foot, jock itch and ringworm. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Candid V 2 gel to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Candid V 2% Gel?

  Ans : This is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Candid V 2 gel which are as follows: Itchy rash, Stomach pain, Mild irritation, Nettle rash, Eczema, Erythema, Stinging, Blistering, Peeling, Edema, Pruritus, Urticaria, Burning, and Skin irritation. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Candid V.

• Ques : Can Candid V 2% Gel be used for candidiasis and fungal skin infection of vagina?

  Ans : Yes, This is a medication which can be used to treat conditions such as candidiasis and fungal skin infection of the vagina. Do not apply this gel for above-mentioned conditions without consulting first with your doctor. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Candid V 2% Gel before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Candid V is a medicine which 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. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Candid V 2% Gel?

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

• Ques : Is Candid V 2% Gel 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. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk but there is no data available regarding the effect of this medication during pregnancy.

• Ques : Will Candid V 2% Gel 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, removal of dead skin cells (exfoliation), skin blister, skin itching, skin redness, swelling of the lips, throat, face, or tongue, and weakness If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

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