Candid B 0.025/1 % Cream 10 GM

The uses of candid B cream are as follows:

1. Candid B cream for ringworm

Ringworm, or dermatomycoses, are fungal skin infections affecting different body parts, including the scalp, feet, and other areas. Candid B cream uses include treating dermatomycoses. 

2. Candid B cream for jock itch

Jock itch, also known as tinea cruris, is the ringworm of the groin area, inner thighs, and buttocks. It is characterised by itching, burning, and a red or brown rash. Candid B cream minimises the rashes and relieves itching.

3. Candid B cream for athlete's foot

An athlete's foot is a common fungal infection of the skin on the feet, particularly in the areas between the toes. It is characterised by itching, burning, and skin flaking symptoms. Candid B cream kills the fungus, relieves the burning sensation and prevents skin flaking.

4. Candid B cream for intertrigo

Intertrigo is a skin condition in areas where skin folds over itself, such as in the armpits, groin, and beneath the breasts. Symptoms include redness, itching, burning, and pain. It is caused by the buildup of moisture, friction, and heat, creating an environment for developing bacterial or fungal infections. Candid B cream controls the redness, swelling, and itching and relieves pain due to fungal infection.

5. Candid B cream for Candidiasis

Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by Candida yeast species, i.e. Candida albicans. It can affect different body parts, including the mouth, throat, genitals, and skin. Candid B can be used to treat candidiasis of the genitals and skin.

6. Candid B cream for penile infection

Candid B cream also includes the treatment of fungal infections on the male genitalia, including penile yeast infections.

7. Candid B cream for balanitis

Balanitis is when the head of the penis or the foreskin becomes inflamed due to infection or irritation. 

8. Candid B cream for diaper rash

Candid B cream can also treat diaper rash caused by a fungal infection. However, it is essential to consult a doctor before using it for a diaper rash. 

9. Candid B cream for rashes

Candid B cream can also be used to treat rashes caused by fungal infections.

10. Candid B cream for eczema

Eczema is when the skin becomes inflamed, itchy, and red. In cases where a fungal infection causes eczema, treatment with Candid B cream can provide relief from eczema symptoms along with other preventive measures.

The use of candid B cream for dark spots is not recommended. Furthermore, the use of candid B cream on the face should be done with caution and avoided unless explicitly instructed by a doctor. The Candid B cream for nail fungus is also not recommended, as the active ingredient in Candid B cream, i.e. clotrimazole, is not well-suited for treating fungal infections of the nails.

The directions for using Candid B cream for fungal skin infections are as follows:

• Clean the affected area with mild soap and water, and pat it dry with a clean towel.
• Take a small amount of Candid B cream on your fingertip, and apply it to the affected area.
• Gently rub the cream into the skin until it is completely absorbed.
• Wash your hands after applying the cream to avoid spreading the infection to other body areas.
• Do not apply the cream on open wounds, cuts, or sores.
• Do not cover the treated area with a bandage or dressing unless directed by your doctor.
• Candid B cream on the face, eye, mouth or vagina should be avoided.
• If candid B enters the eye, immediately wash your eye with cool, clean water. 
• If your symptoms do not improve or worsen after using Candid B cream, or if you experience any unusual side effects, contact your healthcare provider.

Route of administration

Candid B cream is a topical medication that is applied to the skin. It should not be ingested orally or administered through any other route.

Dosage information

The dosage information for Candid B cream is as follows:

1. Daily Dose

It is recommended to apply a thin layer of Candid B cream to the affected area twice a day for one to two weeks, as directed by your doctor. 

2. Overdose

The Overdose of Candid B cream can cause skin irritation, redness, and itching at the application site. It may also lead to thinning of the skin with long-term use.

3. Missed Dose 

You may apply the missed dose of candid B cream as soon as you remember, but if it's almost time for the next dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule; do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

The mechanism of Candid B cream involves the individual activities of its two active ingredients, Clotrimazole and Beclometasone Dipropionate. Clotrimazole exerts its action primarily by damaging the permeability barrier in the fungal membrane. Clotrimazole inhibits the biosynthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane that maintains its structure. When ergosterol synthesis becomes inhibited, the fungi cell can no longer perform its normal function. The disruption of the fungal cell membrane leads to its death.

When Candid B cream is applied topically, beclometasone dipropionate penetrates the skin and binds to cytoplasmic glucocorticoid receptors, a protein within the skin cells. It activates the glucocorticoid receptors protein, suppressing the growth of pro-inflammatory genes and stimulating the anti-inflammatory genes. It reduces the production of inflammatory cytokines, and chemokines, the proteins that contribute to skin inflammation.

Furthermore, beclometasone dipropionate also inhibits the migration of immune cells, such as neutrophils and macrophages, to the site of inflammation. It reduces the number of inflammatory cells at the site of infection and subsequently reduces skin inflammation.

The anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties of beclometasone dipropionate help to reduce skin inflammation and symptoms associated with skin infections.