Candid powder is used for fungal infection treatment in Nairobi Kenya. It is a prescription medication manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals and it is one of the top medicines for treatment of fungal infections.
Composition
It is a powder which contains 1% clotrimazole.
Candid Powder Indications
It contains clotrimazole and this study found that clotrimazole was effective for treatment of fungal infections caused by Candida, Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Malazzesia furfur (Pityrosporon orbiculare).
Candida powder is used to treat fungal infections of the feet (Tinea Pedis) and jock itch (Tinea Cruris).
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Candid Powder Dose
It is applied twice a day on affected parts of the body.
Candid Powder Side Effects
Side effects include redness, itchiness, swelling, stinging and burning sensations. Allergic contact dermatitis may also develop.
Candid Powder Precautions
Do not apply it if you are allergic to clotrimazole.
If skin irritation develops when using it, stop using it and wash the area.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to clotrimazole.
Interactions
Drug to Drug Interactions
Do not apply it on the skin together with other medications or skincare products.
Pregnancy Category
B
Topically applied clotrimazole is well tolerated and there is no evidence of systemic absorption, embryotoxicity or teratogenecity in animal studies.
This means clotrimazole is generally considered safe in pregnancy.
It is thought that topical clotrimazole does not result in significant maternal absorption. Breastfeeding mothers however should not apply clotrimazole to the breasts when they are breastfeeding.
Presentation
It comes in a plastic jar.
Storage
It should be stored in a dry place.
Availability
It can be purchased from the best pharmacies in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya.
Price
The Candid powder price in Kenya is Ksh 400.
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FAQ
What Is Candid Powder Used For?
It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin especially those that affect body folds like the groin the web spaces of the feet.
Can I Use Candid Powder In Private Parts?
Yes, it can be used in the groin.
What Is The Difference Between Candid and Candid B Powder?
Candid B powder does not exist.
What Is The Antifungal Foot Powder in Kenya?
Candid powder is one of the commonly used antifungal foot powders used in Kenya.
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