Candid O: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Candid O Information

Candid O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Candid O have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Candid O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Candid O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Candid O are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Candid O has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Candid O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Candid O related warnings section.

Candid O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Candid O in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Candid O contraindications section.

Besides this, Candid O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Candid O is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Candid O Benefits & Uses
Candid O Dosage & How to Take
Candid O Side Effects
Candid O Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Candid O with Other Drugs
Candid O Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Candid O
Candid O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Candid O Benefits & Uses

Candid O is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Ear canal infection

Candid O Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Beclometasone (0.025% w/v), Clotrimazole (1% w/v)
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Beclometasone (0.025% w/v), Clotrimazole (1% w/v)
Adult	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Beclometasone (0.025% w/v), Clotrimazole (1% w/v)
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 drop Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Beclometasone (0.025% w/v), Clotrimazole (1% w/v)

Candid O Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Candid O is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Visual impairment
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Bronchospasm
Hearing Loss
Cough
Visual Disturbance

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Vaginal inflammation
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Skin Thinning
Electrolyte imbalance
Bone degradation
Increased blood pressure
Skin scar
Altered bone growth
Behavioural Changes
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Cataract

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Polyuria
Rash
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट की गैस
Drowsiness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills
Contact Dermatitis
Infection
पेट दर्द

Candid O Related Warnings

Is the use of Candid O safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Candid O in pregnant women.
Is the use of Candid O safe during breastfeeding?

Candid O is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Candid O on the Kidneys?

Candid O does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Candid O on the Liver?

Using Candid O does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Candid O on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Candid O for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Candid O with Other Drugs

Candid O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Probenecid

Amphotericin B

Candid O Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candid O unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Cushing's Syndrome
Tuberculosis (TB)
Infections
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Depression
Osteonecrosis
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Candid O

Is this Candid O habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Candid O has not been reported.

Candid O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candid O

It is safe to take Candid O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Candid O

Drinking alcohol while on Candid O does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

Frequently asked Questions about Candid O

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Candid O with metformin?

Take Candid O if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Candid O on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Discontinuing Candid O on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Candid O contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Candid O does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Candid O with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Candid O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.