Description:
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is a combination medicine used to treat various types of fungal skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of skin infection such as redness, swelling, itching, etc., by acting against the infection-causing microorganisms. Candid Gold Dusting Powder is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
Uses / Indications:
Fungal skin infections
Interactions / Warnings:
warnings Alcohol No interaction found/established warnings Pregnancy WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS Candid Gold Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation Candid Gold Dusting Powder is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving No interaction found/established warnings Kidney No interaction found/established warnings Liver No interaction found/established
Side Effects:
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use:
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area before application and do not rub.
How it works:
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is a combination of two medicines: Allantoin and Clotrimazole. Allantoin is a skin protectant that moisturizes the skin and relieves minor irritation. Clotrimazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of fungi on the skin by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. This treats your infection.
