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food interaction for Candid Gold
alcohol interaction for Candid Gold
pregnancy interaction for Candid Gold
lactation interaction for Candid Gold
medicine interaction for Candid Gold
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Candid Gold Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Candid Gold
Allantoin(0.2% w/w)
Uses
Allantoin is used in the treatment of excessive skin dryness.
How it works
Allantoin is a skin protectant which works as a moisturizer and relieves minor skin irritations.
Common side effects
Skin rash
Clotrimazole(1% w/w)
Uses
Clotrimazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
How it works
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Common side effects
Blisters, Erythema (skin redness), Vaginal discharge, Genital peeling, Burning sensation of the penis (of sexual partner), Stinging sensation, Edema (swelling), Vaginal burning sensation, Skin irritation, Allergic reaction, Polyuria, Vaginal itching, Vaginal bleeding, Pain in vagina, Vaginal swelling
SUBSTITUTES FOR Candid Gold
No substitutes found
Expert advice FOR Candid Gold
- Allantoin should be applied as suggested by the doctor.
- If used for dry hands, apply it every time you wash the hand.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes or eyelids unless instructed to by your doctor.
- Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
Frequently asked questions FOR Candid Gold
Allantoin
Q. Is Allantoin safe and natural?
Allantoin is chemically synthesized for making the ointment. It is safe when used for the condition at the dose for the duration prescribed by the doctor
Q. Is allantoin same as lanolin/ formaldehyde releaser/ aluminium?
Allantoin is not the same as lanolin/ formaldehyde releaser/ aluminium
Q. Does Allantoin clog pores/ lighten skin/ cause acne/ cause cancer?
Allantoin may clog pores and may lighten skin. It is not known to cause acne or cure cancer. Please inform your doctor if you observe any side effects while using this ointment.
Clotrimazole
Q. What is Clotrimazole used for?
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) and irritation occurring at the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.
Q. Clotrimazole is effective against which fungi?
Clotrimazole is effective against Trichophyton species which cause ringworm infection, athlete’s foot, and jock itch (fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks). It is also effective against yeast known as Candida which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).
Q. I have started using Clotrimazole. By when can I expect to start seeing the improvements?
The symptoms of skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.