Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm is a combination medication used to treat fungal skin infections like athlete’s foot, ringworm, jock itch and infections caused due to excessive sweating. Besides this, it also treats a fungal infection caused by yeast known as Candida. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another).

Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm combines two drugs: Clotrimazole (antifungal) and Allantoin (moisturizer). The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Clotrimazole belongs to the class of antifungals that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi. Allantoin is a moisturizing agent that works, forming an oily layer on the top of the skin that traps in the water. This moisturises the outermost layer of skin and makes it smoother and softer. Also, it breaks down a protein known as keratin (that forms part of skin structure) and removes dead skin cells and softens skin.

Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm is only for external use. Some people may experience itching, pain, redness, irritation, burning or stinging sensation. Most of these side effects of Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm. Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm should be used in children only as advised by a doctor. Avoid tight-fitting or synthetic clothing as it doesn’t allow air circulation. Wear loose cotton clothes until the infection is healed. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with airtight dressings or bandages unless advised by a doctor. You are advised not to scratch or touch the infected skin areas as it may spread or worsen the infection.

Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm is a combination of two drugs, namely: Clotrimazole and Allantoin used to treat various fungal infections of the skin. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Clotrimazole belongs to the class of antifungals that damages the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Allantoin is a moisturizing agent that forms an oily layer on the top of the skin which traps in the water. Thereby moisturizes the outermost layer of skin and makes it smoother and softer. Also, it breaks down a protein known as keratin (that forms part of skin structure) and removes dead skin cells and softens skin.

• Itching

• Pain

• Redness

• Irritation

• Burning sensation

If you are allergic to Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have infections, sores or skin cuts, inform your doctor before taking Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm. This topical medicine should be used in children only as advised by a doctor. Avoid tight-fitting or synthetic clothing as it doesn’t allow air circulation. Wear loose cotton clothes until the infection heals. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with airtight dressings or bandages unless advised by a doctor. Do not use Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm in more than recommended doses or for a prolonged time, as it may cause adverse effects. Do not swallow Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm. In case of accidental swallowing of Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm, contact a doctor immediately. You are recommended not to touch or scratch the infected skin areas as it may spread or worsen the infection. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Patient using Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm should avoid applying topical agents consisting of Budesonide+Formoterol.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have infections, liver problems, sores or skin cuts, inform your doctor before taking Candid Gold Powder, 100 gm.

• BUDESONIDE+FORMOTEROL

• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.

• In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk on barefoot. Wear flip-flops or sandals to prevent fungal infections.

• Do not scratch the affected area of skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.

• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others to prevent the spread of infection.

• Please inform your doctor if your infected skin area does not improve after 4 weeks of treatment.

• Limit your time in the sunlight exposure and avoid skin tanning booths and sunlamps. Also, use sunscreen lotion (or SPF) and wear protective clothing when outdoors.  

Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp that is contagious and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape. Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy, red rash in warm and moist areas of the body, such as the groin, buttocks and inner thighs. Athlete’s foot (also known as tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes, especially in people who have extremely sweaty feet and wear tight-fitting shoes. It occurs most commonly in athletes. It causes itching, burning or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash.