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Candid Cream 30gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush. Secondary and off-label uses of Candid Cream 30gm have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Candid Cream 30gm. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Candid Cream 30gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Candid Cream 30gm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Candid Cream 30gm has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Candid Cream 30gm related warnings talks about Candid Cream 30gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Candid Cream 30gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Candid Cream 30gm with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Candid Cream 30gm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Candid Cream 30gm 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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Is the use of Candid Cream 30gm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Candid safely.
Is the use of Candid Cream 30gm safe during breastfeeding?
Candid does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Candid Cream 30gm on the Kidneys?
Candid is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Candid Cream 30gm on the Liver?
Candid is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Candid Cream 30gm on the Heart?
Candid is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candid Cream 30gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Candid Cream 30gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Candid Cream 30gm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Candid Cream 30gm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Candid Cream 30gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Candid Cream 30gm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Candid Cream 30gm
Taking Candid Cream 30gm with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Candid Cream 30gm
Drinking alcohol while on Candid Cream 30gm does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Yes, Candid 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.
Yes, Candid can be used on the scalp but it has poor efficacy in tinea capitis (scalp). Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Candid should be applied topically (on the skin) and it can be taken orally. Topically, it is applied in sufficient quantity on the affected area two times in a day. Duration, of course, will vary according to antifungal infection.
Discontinuation of Candid on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, redness, and blistering. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
No, ideally Candid can't be used on the acne (pimples) 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
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
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