Manufacturer
GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICAL LTD

Composition
CLOTRIMAZOLE-1% W/V

Pack Of
1 LOTION . CANDID LOTION 20ML is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (flaking or scaling of the skin). CANDID LOTION 20ML works by destroying the fungus that causes the infection. CANDID LOTION 20ML destroys the infection by allowing the holes to open in the cell membrane and the components to leak out. This kills the fungus and cures the infection.

CANDID LOTION 20ML should be used for skin only and accidentally if it gets into your eye, mouth or nose rinse with water. CANDID LOTION 20ML should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. CANDID LOTION 20ML should not be applied more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. Some common side effects of CANDID LOTION 20ML are buing, itching, redness, stinging and dryness on your skin in the place where CANDID LOTION 20ML ointment is applied. Sensitive allergic reaction (skin hypersensitivity reactions) like rashes, itching, swelling, and hypotension can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Tell your doctor if you are known to allergic to CANDID LOTION 20ML or any other medicines. It is not known whether CANDID LOTION 20ML harm baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. It is better to contact a doctor before using CANDID LOTION 20ML during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying CANDID LOTION 20ML to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.

Uses of CANDID LOTION 20ML
Fungal infections

Directions for Use
The cream should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected area 2 – 3 times daily and rubbed in gently with a cotton swab or gauze pad. If the feet are infected, they should be thoroughly washed and dried, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.

Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of CANDID LOTION 20ML
Every medicine has some sort of side effects. In the beginning days of the treatment with CANDID LOTION 20ML, you may suffer from buing, itching, redness, stinging and dryness on your skin in the place where CANDID LOTION 20ML ointment is applied might occur. But these would be temporary and may be relieved after some time. However, if you still have discomfort speak with the doctor. Allergic reaction (Cutaneous hypersensitivity reactions) such as rashes, itching and swelling may occur in rare cases which is serious and can lead to a life-threatening condition. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warning
Avoid putting CANDID LOTION 20ML near your mouth, lips and eyes. This product contains cetostearyl alcohol, which may cause local skin reactions (like contact dermatitis). Tell a doctor before using CANDID LOTION 20ML if you are using Framycetin and Dexamethasone ear drops as it can interact and affect the working of CANDID LOTION 20ML. If your baby is being treated for oral thrush you can continue breastfeeding. But in some cases, you might need to be treated at the same time. If you are applying CANDID LOTION 20ML on your breast or nipple try to wash it before breastfeeding your baby.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL
No reported interaction with CANDID LOTION 20ML. But, It is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.


PREGNANCY
CANDID LOTION 20ML is a category B pregnancy drug. CANDID LOTION 20ML can be used during pregnancy but only under the supervision of a doctor.


BREAST FEEDING
It is not known whether CANDID LOTION 20ML harm baby or passes into breast milk in the breastfeeding state. So, it is better to contact a doctor before using CANDID LOTION 20ML during breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying CANDID LOTION 20ML to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.


DRIVING
CANDID LOTION 20ML has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.


LIVER
CANDID LOTION 20ML does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.


KIDNEY
CANDID LOTION 20ML does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.