INTRODUCTION

CANDIDOX CREAM contains Ciclopirox which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is indicated for the topical treatment of fungal skin infections like tinea pedis (infection of the feet causing itchy, scaly rash), tinea cruris (fungal infection involving genital areas, inner thigh and characterised by red, itchy, ring-shaped rashes) and tinea corporis (fungal infection of the trunk, arms and legs).

It is also used to treat candidiasis or moniliasis (fungal infection of the skin, mouth, throat, gut and vagina), tinea (pityriasis) versicolor (a fungal infection causing lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms or legs).

CANDIDOX CREAM should be used during pregnancy only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

CANDIDOX CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

The most common side effects of using CANDIDOX CREAM are itchiness, mild burning sensation or redness. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen.

USES OF CANDIDOX CREAM

It is used for the topical treatment of the following fungal skin infections:

• tinea pedis, tinea corporis and tinea cruris
• candidiasis or moniliasis
• tinea (pityriasis) versicolor

HOW CANDIDOX CREAM WORKS

CANDIDOX CREAM is a broad-spectrum antifungal medication that works by inhibiting or killing a wide range of fungi that causes infections. Thus, helps to treat fungal infections effectively.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always use CANDIDOX CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply CANDIDOX CREAM into the affected and surrounding skin areas with clean hands and let it dry in the air, do not apply a covering on it.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CANDIDOX CREAM

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Itchy skin:

Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Regularly use unscented moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. Contact your doctor if the itching worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before using CANDIDOX CREAM, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• topical steroids (medicine used to reduce skin inflammation and irritation)
• medicines used to treat fits or seizures

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally used or took too much of CANDIDOX CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep CANDIDOX CREAM out of reach of children
• Store CANDIDOX CREAM below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT CANDIDOX CREAM

What is CANDIDOX CREAM used for?

CANDIDOX CREAM is indicated for the topical treatment of fungal skin infections like tinea pedis, tinea cruris and tinea corporis, candidiasis or moniliasis and tinea (pityriasis) versicolor. Contact your doctor before using this medicine.

Can I use CANDIDOX CREAM twice daily?

Always use CANDIDOX CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Generally CANDIDOX CREAM is applied twice daily, in the morning and evening into the affected and surrounding skin areas with clean hands and let it dry in the air, do not apply a covering on it.

How long does it take for CANDIDOX CREAM to work?

Use the medication for the full treatment time even though symptoms may have improved. Clinical improvement with relief of itching and other symptoms usually occurs within the first week of treatment. If there is no clinical improvement after four weeks of using CANDIDOX CREAM, notify the physician.

What are the side effects of CANDIDOX CREAM?

The most common side effects of using CANDIDOX CREAM are itchiness, mild burning sensation or redness. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

What precautions have to be taken while using CANDIDOX CREAM?

Before using CANDIDOX CREAM, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding and inform if the area of application shows signs of increased irritation (redness, itching, burning, blistering, swelling, or oozing) indicative of possible sensitization.

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