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Candid Ear Drop

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Product introduction

Candid Ear Drop is a medicine used in the treatment of fungal infections in the ear. It works by killing and inhibiting the growth of fungi in the ear. This relieves discomfort, itching, irritation, and pain in the ear.

Candid Ear Drop is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. You can help the medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean, making sure they are dry, and washing your hands before and after treating the infection.

It may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, however, let your doctor know if you are using any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask the advice of your doctor before using the medicine.

Uses of Candid Ear Drop

Benefits of Candid Ear Drop

In Treatment of Fungal infections

Candid Ear Drop is used to treat infections in the ear caused by fungus. It kills and stops the growth of fungus, thereby clearing the infection. It also reduces pain, itching, redness and swelling in the ear caused by infection. Make sure you complete the full dose your doctor has prescribed. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. To get relief from discomfort in the ear, apply warm compress on the affected ear several times in a day.

Side effects of Candid Ear Drop

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

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Candid Ear Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.

How Candid Ear Drop works

Candid Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines: Lidocaine and Clotrimazole, which treats ear infections. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain, thereby decreasing pain sensation in the ear. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi in the ear by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Candid Ear Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Candid Ear Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Candid Ear Drop?

If you miss a dose of Candid Ear Drop, skip it and continue with your normal 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

  • Candid Ear Drop is used to ease pain, swelling associated with ear infections.
  • Put drops in the ear without touching the dropper to the ear. Stay on the side for 2 minutes or put a cotton plug in the ear.
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the drop in these areas.
  • Do not try to clean inside your ear with cotton buds. If you stick buds or other objects into your ear, they can further damage your ear. Just wipe the outside of your ear with a clean cloth or tissue if any discharge appears.
  • Do not use the medicine for a longer time without doctor consultation.
  • Make sure not to use the open bottle more than 4 weeks.

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OTOLOGICALS

Patient concerns

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Vaginal infections (yeast infections / candida) after periods every month Is it safe to take candid 2%w/w and candid medicated soap
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
You can use them
Ear itching I am having since 1 month mainly in morning using candid biotic ear drop plz suggest medicine
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Can be due to wax visit ent specialist near youIt needs proper examination
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FAQs

Q. In which conditions is the use of Candid Ear Drop avoided?

Use of Candid Ear Drop should be avoided in patients with known allergy to its components or any of its other excipients.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Candid Ear Drop?

Keep Candid Ear Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people.

Q. What if Candid Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally or goes into the eyes?

If Candid Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally, rinse your mouth with water immediately. If it goes accidentally into the eyes, wash with water. In any of the cases, do inform your doctor.
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References

  1. Sheppard D, Lampiris HW. Antifungal Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 835-844.
  2. Drasner K. Local Anesthetics. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 439-450.
  3. Rogers PD, Krysan DJ. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education; 2018. pp. 1087-1104.
  4. Catterall WA, Mackie K. Local Anesthetics. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education; 2018. pp. 405-419.

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
Expires on or after: June, 2025

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