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Description
Candid 1% Gel is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of the infection-causing fungi.
Candid 1% Gel may rarely cause rash, burning sensation, irritation, itching, redness, etc., at the site of application. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.
Candid 1% Gel should be applied topically to the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your infection. Avoid contact with the eyes and mouth. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.
Candid 1% Gel should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this gel.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Candid 1% Gel
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Candid 1% Gel
Burning sensation at the application site
Itching, redness or irritation at application site
Skin rash
Uses of Candid 1% Gel
What is it prescribed for?
Fungal skin infections
Candid 1% Gel is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (itchy, circular rash on your skin or scalp), athlete’s foot (itchy, scaly rash on your feet), fungal nappy rash (elevated red patches in the nappy region, especially in the skin folds around the groin and the thighs), and fungal sweat rash (red, itchy rash in warm and moist areas of your body). This medicine is also used to treat external thrush in women (a fungal infection that causes itching, burning, abnormal discharge, and irritation of the vagina and vulva) and men (redness and burning sensation around the head of the penis and under the foreskin that may be associated with a white discharge).
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time taken by Candid 1% Gel to show its action is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for which Candid 1% Gel remains active in your body is not clinically known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Candid 1% Gel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Candid 1% Gel when applied topically is not known to harm your developing foetus. Hence this medicine may be during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known if Candid 1% Gel passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine should be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation. Avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into direct contact with your baby's mouth.
Allergy
Avoid using Candid 1% Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Candid 1% Gel when applied topically is not known to harm your developing foetus. Hence this medicine may be during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Candid 1% Gel passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine should be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation. Avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into direct contact with your baby's mouth.
General warnings
External use only
Candid 1% Gel is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.
Use effective contraceptive methods
Candid 1% Gel may damage the rubber contraceptives (condoms or diaphragms) and thereby reduce their effectiveness. If you are using this medicine on the vulva or penis, it is recommended to use an alternative contraceptive method.
Other medicines
Candid 1% Gel may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Inform your doctor about all the topical preparations (ointment/lotion/gel/cream) that you may have been using to avoid undesired effects.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Candid 1% Gel as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
As Candid 1% Gel is intended for external use, the likelihood of serious side effects due to an overdose is low. However, never use more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Candid 1% Gel is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor.
Close the cover of the tube immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination.
Use Candid 1% Gel at around the same time daily for the ease of remembrance.
Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless instructed by your doctor.
The infected area may cause itchiness. Avoid scratching as it will damage the surface of your skin and cause the infection to spread further.
Do not share your towels, clothes, etc., with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Candid 1% Gel is an antifungal medicine that works by damaging the cell membrane (protective covering) of the fungi. This prevents the growth of fungi and stops the spread of infection.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
Drugs, H., 2021. Clotrimazole Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: [Accessed 14 October 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Clotrimazole. [online] Available at: [Accessed 18 October 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 20 Jul 2022
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