Candid Total Plus Cream

Candid cream is a combination composition containing corticosteroid, antifungal and aminoglycosides and are very potent. It acts against those chemicals that lead to inflammation in different parts of the body.

Skin ailments like eczema, allergies, rashes, psoriasis and dermatitis can cause swelling and itching of the skin and this where this medicine is effective. It can also treat certain auto-immune diseases like alopecia areata, vitiligo, lichen planus or sclerosis.

This medicine consists of terbinafine, clobetasol, ofloxacin and ornidazole all of which are effective against skin infections. Clobetasol is steroidal and it stops the secretion of those chemicals that cause skin infection. Terbinafine has anti-fungal properties and ofloxacine have antibiotic properties and kill bad bacteria.

This medicine may have some side-effects and you should not take it if you are suffering from certain ailments and only after consultation with your doctor. This medicine is to be applied to the afflicted area of the skin two times every day but more than that if the doctor feels that your condition is severe.

• Skin Infection

• Hypersensitivity

• Dry Skin

• Redness Of Skin

• Itching Of Skin

• Thinning Of Skin

• Skin Peeling

• How long is the duration of effect?

  the Duiration of the effects of this medicine varies from person to person and is dependent on the degree of the medical condition.

• What is the onset of action?

  patients report that they have to wait for 1 week to 1 month for the effects of this medicine to manifest. The time it take for the medicine to take effect depends on the severity of the condition and the dosage prescribed by your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  doctors do not prescribe this medicine for pregnant women. Though not many studies have been done on humans, testing performed on animals has shown that this medicine can have adverse effects on the foetus.

• Is it habit forming?

  there are no studies that suggest that this medicine is addictive or habit forming. But if you have to use it for a long stretch of time, address your fears to your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Candid total plus can be used if you are a breast feeding mother. But, to be on the safe side, consult your doctor before you use it.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is advisable that you do not use candid total plus with alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Some people might feel groggy and disoriented when they use candid total plus. If so, you should inform your doctor and avoid driving after you have used this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is not known whether candid total plus can affect healthy kidneys. But if you are suffering from diseases of the kidney, or undergoing dialysis then you should inform your doctor before you take this medicine.

• Does this affect liver function?

  You should let your doctor know if you are suffering from liver infections before you use this medicine because it could reduce the efficacy of liver medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Candid Total Plus Cream , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Cbs Gm Cream

  Serve Pharmaceuticals

• Cosvate Nm Cream

  Adcock Ingram Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Zincoderm gm Neo Cream

  Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Funzi NM Cream

  Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Lobate Gm Neo Cream

  Abbott India Ltd

• Clobeta Gm Cream

  Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd

• Neoclobenate gm Cream

  Zen Labs India

• QUINODERM+ CREAM

  Pharmasynth Formulations Ltd

• Clowin Gm Ointment

  Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd

• Novacor Cream

  Seagull Labs (I) Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, apply it any other time as long as it is not right before your next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Taking more than the advised dosage will not help your condition improve sooner, in fact it may have serious consequences like poisoning.

Candid Total Plus Cream is an ointment which is a combination of four drugs such as Terbinafine, Clobetasol, Ofloxacin, and Ornidazole, which treats skin infections. Terbinafine is an antifungal which obstructs the development of fungi by preventing them from building their protective covering. Clobetasol is a steroid medication. It obstructs the production of prostaglandins that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Ofloxacin is an anti-toxin which eliminates microscopic organisms by keeping them from replicating and fixing themselves. Ornidazole is likewise an anti-toxin which murders different irresistible microorganisms notwithstanding microbes by harming the DNA.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Due to lack of studies on this, not much is known about the interaction between this medicine and alcohol.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Candid total plus interacts with other medicines like amiodarone, fenbufen, probenecid, quinidine, sotalol, warfarin, theophyllin. If you are taking any of these these medicines, then inform your doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  It is not known if candid total plus interacts with other diseases. But if you have been diagnosed with a disease, consult your doctor first before using it.

• Interaction with Food

  There are no reports of any food interacting with candid total plus.

• Ques : What is Candid total plus cream?

  Ans : Candid total plus belongs to a medicine group that consists of Terbinafine, Clobetasol, Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. It is used in Urinary tract infections and Cervical gonorrhoea. Candid total plus cream controls the growth of bacteria and fungi by forming a protective barrier on skin. This medication is prescribed to patients having conjunctival redness, itching and skin infections.

• Ques : What is the use of Candid total plus cream?

  Ans : Candid cream is used for the treatment of conditions like fungal and skin infections. It is also used to control major diseases such as Urinary tract infections and Urethral gonorrhoea. Candid total plus cream helps to improve the kidney infections and Cervical gonorrhoea. This medicine improves itchy and swollen skin.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Candid total plus cream?

  Ans : Candid total plus has many common side effects such as dry mouth and folliculitis. There are some serious side effects of this medicine like Eczema and Allergic skin reaction. In case of patients, having any of the side effects or issues like stinging or skin atrophy. It is advised to stop the consumption of Candid total plus cream and contact to doctor as soon as possible.

• Ques : For what treatment Candid total plus cream used for?

  Ans : Candid total cream is used to treat conditions like Trichomonas and Amoeba infections. It is also used to control Urethral and Cervical gonorrhoea. This cream helps to improve kidney and Respiratory tract infections. This medicine helps to prevent urinary tract and skin infections.

• Ques : How long do I need to use candid total plus cream before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 week to 1 months, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use candid total plus cream?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use candid total plus cream empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is commonly used by applying it to the affected area. As this medication is for external use, the action of salts involved in this medication does not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of candid total plus cream?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose of the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

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