Candid B Lotion
Candid-B Lotion is a combination of Clotrimazole and Beclomethasone. It is a topical medicine used to treat fungal skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of the fungi. It also blocks the action of certain chemicals responsible for swelling and redness.
Candid-B Lotion can have side effects like rashes, blistering of the skin, irritation or burning sensation at the application site, etc. These side effects usually go away on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Your doctor may perform a patch test (a small area of the skin is exposed to the medicine to determine if it causes an allergy) before starting the treatment to see if this medicine suits you.
Candid-B Lotion is for external use only. Apply a thin layer over the infected skin. Keep it away from your eyes, nose, mouth, etc. Rinse with water immediately if the medicine comes in contact with these areas. It may take a few days or weeks for your condition to get better. Therefore, complete the whole treatment to prevent re-infection. This medicine is not recommended to treat skin infections not caused by fungi.
Candid-B Lotion is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines or have any other skin conditions.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Candid-B Lotion
Skin rash
Blisters under the skin
Burning or tingling sensation of skin
Itchy and dry skin
Easy bruising of skin
Unusually warm skin
Uses of Candid-B Lotion
What is it prescribed for?
Fungal infection of skin
A fungal infection, also called mycosis, is a skin condition caused by fungi. Candid-B Lotion is used in the treatment of various fungal skin infections associated with swelling, redness and itching.
When not to use?
Allergy
Candid-B Lotion is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms like redness, swelling (anywhere in your body), hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), skin rashes, etc..
Related Product
Candid B Cream
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Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Candid-B Lotion is intended for topical use. It is not known if it can harm your foetus during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Candid-B Lotion is intended for topical use. It is not known if it can pass into breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Other medicines
Candid-B Lotion may interact with other medicines and cause side effects. Hence, if you are taking any other topical medicines, inform your doctor.
External Use only
Candid-B Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, mouth or open wounds.
Nail or scalp infection
Candid-B Lotion is not recommended for nail and scalp infections.
Dosage
Missed Dose
If you forget to apply CandidB Lotion, apply the missed dose 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 dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Candid-B Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
Interactions
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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
CandidB Lotion is for topical use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Apply a thin layer of CandidB Lotion to the affected area as instructed by the doctor.
Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Use regularly at the same time for the recommended duration. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as your infection may reappear.
Avoid covering the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Avoid using this medicine on healthy skin, over large areas of skin, or for a prolonged time.
This medicine is specifically for fungal infections so do not use this medicine for any condition other than the one for which it was prescribed.
Consult your doctor if your symptoms are not getting better after a few weeks.
