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Candid Cream 50gm (Clotrimazole)
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Candid Cream 50gm (Clotrimazole) is used for fungal-related rashes, which often feature persistent itching, redness, peeling, or spreading ring-shaped patches. This cream targets fungus at the skin level and eases symptoms.
| Active Ingredient: | Clotrimazole |
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| Indication: | Skin Infections |
| Manufacturer: | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Packaging: | Available in 30 gm in 1 tube & 50g in 1 Tube |
| Strength: | 50gm |
| Delivery Time: | 6 To 15 days |
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Introduction About Candid Cream 50gm (Clotrimazole)
Candid Cream 50gm (Clotrimazole) is a topical antifungal cream for skin infections such as ringworm, jock itch, and athlete’s foot. It helps ease itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort while treating the cause. Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin as directed. For external use only.
What Candid Cream 50gm is used for
Clotrimazole is widely used for fungal skin infections such as:
- Ringworm (tinea corporis) on the body
- Jock itch (tinea cruris) in the groin area
- Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) between toes or on the soles
- Cutaneous candidiasis (yeast-related skin rash in moist areas)
- Pityriasis versicolor (a yeast condition that can cause lighter or darker patches)
If you’re unsure whether your rash is fungal, consult a healthcare professional. Using an antifungal on eczema or allergic rashes may not provide relief and could delay appropriate care.
How Clotrimazole Works
Clotrimazole works by damaging the fungal cell membrane, preventing fungal growth and helping clear the infection over time. Symptoms like itching often improve earlier than the infection itself, so it’s important to use it for the full recommended duration.
How to use it correctly
For most fungal skin infections, effective application is key: Wash the area gently and dry it thoroughly (fungus thrives in moisture).
- Apply a thin layer to the affected skin and a small margin around it.
- Use it as directed on the label or by a clinician. This is often twice daily.
Typical timeframes (these vary by person and location of infection):
- Athlete’s foot often needs 2 to 4 weeks.
- Ringworm and jock itch often need 2 weeks, sometimes longer.
Avoid covering the area with tight, non-breathable bandages unless told by a clinician. For foot fungus, change socks daily and keep shoes dry to help prevent repeat infections.
Where not to use it
This product is intended for external use on the skin. Avoid contact with:
- Eyes, mouth, nose
- Open wounds or severely cracked skin, unless a clinician advises it
- Nails or scalp infections (these often need different treatment)
If symptoms are severe, widespread, or keep coming back, get medical advice. People with diabetes, immune system conditions, or frequent skin infections should be especially cautious about self-treating.
Possible side effects
Most people tolerate clotrimazole well, but mild local reactions can happen, such as:
- Burning, stinging, or irritation after applying
- Redness, dryness, peeling.
- Itching (sometimes briefly at the start)
Stop use and seek medical care if you notice intense swelling or blistering. Also, get help for a severe rash or signs of allergy.
Available strengths and other options
Candid Cream is usually clotrimazole 1% w/w. Check your pack to confirm. Clotrimazole also comes in other forms and pack sizes.
- Clotrimazole 1% cream in smaller/larger tubes (commonly 30g, 50g)
- Clotrimazole 1% solution (often used for certain skin areas)
- Clotrimazole 1% powder (often used to help keep areas dry): Clocip Dusting Powder (Clotrimazole)
- Separate products exist for vaginal use, like clotrimazole 1% or 2% vaginal creams and inserts. Do not use a skin cream for vaginal problems unless a clinician confirms it is appropriate.
Substitutes and alternatives available
If this exact product isn’t available, common substitutes or alternatives (depending on the infection type) include:
- Generic clotrimazole 1% cream (store brands)
- Lotrimin AF (clotrimazole)
- Candid-V 3 200 Mg (Clotrimazole)
- Candid-V 6 100 Mg (Clotrimazole)
- Miconazole 2% cream (often used for similar fungal rashes)
- Clocip B Cream 10 gm (Clotrimazole/Beclometasone)
- Ketoconazole 2% cream (commonly used for yeast-related skin issues)
- Fungicip 150 (Fluconazole)
- Canesten (clotrimazole, branding varies)
- Clocip Tablet (Clotrimazole)
- Clocip Cream 15 gm (Clotrimazole)
- Terbinafine 1% cream (often works faster for some cases, like athlete’s foot)
- Tolnaftate 1% cream/powder (used for athlete’s foot and jock itch)
- Zole Ointment (Miconazole)
Choosing the best alternative depends on where the infection is. It also depends on what fungus is likely involved. When switching, it is a good time to confirm you are treating the right condition.
FAQs
1. Can I use Candid Cream 50gm (Clotrimazole) during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
It is often considered low-risk on the skin when used as directed. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are situations where you should check with a clinician, especially if applying over large areas.
2. Can I apply it right after shaving the area?
Shaving can irritate the skin and increase stinging. If the skin feels raw, wait for it to calm down or ask a clinician for guidance to avoid worsening irritation.
3. Can I use moisturisers, deodorant, or perfume over it?
You can use them, but apply the antifungal first to clean, dry skin and let it absorb. Fragranced products can irritate a fungal rash. It is usually safer to use bland, fragrance-free options.
4. How should I store the tube?
Store at room temperature, keep the cap closed, and avoid heat. Do not use after the expiration date.
5. What if symptoms improve and then come back quickly?
This often means the fungus was not fully cleared, the area stayed damp, or it was not a fungal rash. If it keeps coming back, get evaluated to confirm the diagnosis and rule out a resistant infection.
| size | 1 Tube, 3 Tube/s, 6 Tube/s |
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