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Candicul is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Candicul depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Candicul is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Candicul is used -
Mild
Is the use of Candicul safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Candicul in pregnant women.
Is the use of Candicul safe during breastfeeding?
Candicul does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Candicul on the Kidneys?
Candicul does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Candicul on the Liver?
Candicul is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Candicul on the Heart?
Candicul is completely safe for the heart.
Candicul should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candicul unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Candicul habit forming or addictive?
Candicul does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Candicul since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Candicul only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Candicul in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Candicul
You can take Candicul with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Candicul
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Candicul does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Candicul inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.
Candicul is a brand name of clotrimazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is used to treat antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).
Yes, Candicul safe for babies. It is an effective medication for nappy rash especially in infants between 9 - 12 month. However, it is best to inform a dermatologist if your baby is experiencing any undesirable effects after using this medicine.
Candicul is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a dermatologist. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a dermatologist recommendation.
No, ideally Candicul is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 763,792
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 763,792
