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Candirap Cream
Manufactured byRapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsItraconazole
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Description
Candirap Cream is an anti-fungal medicine used to treat and prevent fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm infections, etc.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Candirap Cream
Skin irritation
Itchy and dry skin
Redness of the skin
Uses of Candirap Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Skin fungal infections
This medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of fungal skin infections caused by ringworms, candida fungus, etc.
Tinea Cruris
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea cruris (Jock itch) which is an infection that affects the skin of genitals, buttocks, and inner thighs.
Tinea Corporis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea corporis, which is a superficial fungal infection that affects the arms and legs.
Tinea Pedis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea pedis (also known as athlete's foot), which is a contagious fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.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 were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to itraconazole or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
External use only
This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Skin irritation
This medicine has the potential of causing an allergic reaction in the body. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor in the first instance. Appropriate corrective measures or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
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.
Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine acts by stopping the production of a certain vital component for the fungi. This results in the disruption of the cell membrane formation process and inhibits the growth of the organism.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical Azole antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
Itraconazole [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 17 January 2020]. Available from:
Itraconazole - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 17 January 2020]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Jan 2020
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