Candid Total Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Candid Total Cream Information

Candid Total Cream, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. The alternative uses of Candid Total Cream have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Candid Total Cream 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Candid Total Cream include Skin Peeling, Skin Thinning, Application Site Irritation. Normally, these side effects of Candid Total Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Candid Total Cream's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Candid Total Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Candid Total Cream related warnings section.

Candid Total Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Candid Total Cream in conditions like Allergy.

Additionally, Candid Total Cream may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Candid Total Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Candid Total Benefits & Uses
Candid Total Dosage & How to Take
Candid Total Side Effects
Candid Total Related Warnings
Candid Total Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Candid Total
Candid Total Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Candid Total Cream Benefits & Uses

Candid Total Cream is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Jock itch
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Lichen Planus
Nail Fungus
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Dermatitis
Bacterial Infections
Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Athlete's Foot
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)

Candid Total Cream 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: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Terbinafine (1%W/W) Clobetasol (0.05%W/W) Ofloxacin (0.75%W/W) Ornidazole (2%W/W)
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Terbinafine (1%W/W) Clobetasol (0.05%W/W) Ofloxacin (0.75%W/W) Ornidazole (2%W/W)
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Terbinafine (1%W/W) Clobetasol (0.05%W/W) Ofloxacin (0.75%W/W) Ornidazole (2%W/W)

Candid Total Cream Side Effects

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

Common

Skin Peeling
Skin Thinning
Application Site Irritation

Candid Total Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Candid Total Cream safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Candid Total in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Candid Total Cream safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Candid Total in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Candid Total Cream on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Candid Total on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Candid Total Cream on the Liver?

Candid Total is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Candid Total Cream on the Heart?

You can take Candid Total without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Candid Total Cream Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Candid Total Cream

Is this Candid Total Cream habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Candid Total Cream has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Candid Total Cream since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Candid Total Cream only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Candid Total Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Candid Total Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candid Total Cream

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Candid Total Cream together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Candid Total Cream

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Candid Total Cream with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Candid Total Cream

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Candid Total?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Candid Total is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Candid Total a steroid?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Candid Total is a steroid. It contains clobetasol which is a potent corticosteroid. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Candid Total safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Candid Total is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Candid Total work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Candid Total contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Candid Total prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Candid Total cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Candid Total might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Candid Total can be absorbed by the skin.