Product introduction
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is a combination medicine used to treat various types of fungal skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of skin infection such as redness, swelling, itching, etc., by acting against the infection-causing microorganisms.
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
This is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition. During the course of the treatment, do not touch or scratch the infected skin areas as this may worsen or spread the infection.
Uses of Candid Gold Dusting Powder
Benefits of Candid Gold Dusting Powder
In Treatment of Fungal skin infections
Candid Gold Dusting Powder helps treat and control fungal skin infections like athlete’s foot (infection between toes), jock itch, fungal nail infection, infected nappy rash, rash in folds of skin (areas like armpit or beneath the breast), thrush, and ringworm. It gives relief from itching or irritation and keeps your skin moisturized. You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Candid Gold Dusting Powder for as long as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Candid Gold Dusting Powder
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Candid Gold
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Candid Gold Dusting Powder
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area before application and do not rub.
How Candid Gold Dusting Powder works
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is a combination of two medicines: Allantoin and Clotrimazole. Allantoin is a skin protectant that moisturizes the skin and relieves minor irritation. Clotrimazole is an antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of fungi on the skin by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. This treats your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Candid Gold Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
If you miss a dose of Candid Gold Dusting Powder, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
- It is for use on skin only. Do not use it in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated, you should stop using Candid Gold Dusting Powder and consult your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 4 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Candid Gold Dusting Powder
Once A Day
48%
Twice A Day
47%
Thrice A Day
4%
What are you using Candid Gold Dusting Powder for?
Fungal infect*
50%
Others
38%
Excessive ski*
12%
*Fungal infections, Excessive skin dryness
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Poor
29%
Average
21%
What were the side-effects while using Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
Application s*
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), No Side Effect
How do you take Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Candid Gold Dusting Powder on price
Expensive
50%
Average
50%
FAQs
What is Candid Gold Dusting Powder used for?
Candid Gold Dusting Powder is an antifungal medication used in the treatment of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, nappy rash, sweat rash, vaginal thrush, etc. It kills the fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane (outer protective covering).
Can I use Candid Gold Dusting Powder if I have open cuts, wounds, or burns?
You should not apply Candid Gold Dusting Powder to open wounds, deep cuts, animal bites, or serious burns, because this may cause further irritation or infection. Only use on intact skin for treating fungal infections.
What serious side effects should I watch out for while using Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Candid Gold Dusting Powder might include sudden swelling of the face, mouth, throat, breathing difficulty, severe skin rash, hives, dizziness, or fainting. Stop using the medicine and seek urgent medical help if you notice any of these signs.<br>
Is Candid Gold Dusting Powder safe for children’s skin infections?
Candid Gold Dusting Powder should be used in children only as advised by a doctor. It is not meant for children under two years old unless directed by a doctor.
Can I use Candid Gold Dusting Powder on my face or sensitive skin?
You should consult your doctor before using Candid Gold Dusting Powder on sensitive areas like the face, genital area, and skin folds, as these areas are more prone to irritation.
Are there clothing precautions after applying Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
After applying Candid Gold Dusting Powder, it is advised to wear loose, cotton clothing to help air circulation and lessen irritation. Avoid tight-fitting, synthetic clothing; do not wrap or cover treated areas unless recommended by your doctor.
What should I do if my symptoms are not improving after regular use of Candid Gold Dusting Powder?
If symptoms do not improve or worsen after two to four weeks of using Candid Gold Dusting Powder, consult your doctor. Continued symptoms may signal a different skin problem or the need for another treatment.
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- Clotrimazole. Hatfield, Hertfordshire: Generics [UK] Limited; 1987 [revised 6 Jun. 2016]. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Clotrimazole. Reading, Berkshire: Bayer plc; 1988 [revised 31 Aug. 2017]. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Manufacturer details
Name: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Address: Plot No. E-37, 39, D-Road, MIDC, Satpur, Nashik - 422 007, Maharashtra State, India.
Marketer details
Name: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
Country of origin: India
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