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Candiderm is a topical medication used to treat certain dermatological conditions. The following article will introduce to you the specific uses of Candiderm to treat diseases.1. What is Candiderm?
What is Candiderm? Candiderm drug is a cream for topical use, with the main ingredients being Beclomethasone dipropionate 0.05%, Clotrimazole 1%, Gentamicin 0.1%. Candiderm is made in the form of a cream, packed in a box of 1 tube of 15g.
Candiderm is a product of Glenmark Pharm., Ltd - India.
Information on the main ingredients of Candiderm:
Clotrimazole:
Pharmacodynamics: Clotrimazol is a synthetic derivative of imidazole, with a chemical structure similar to miconazole. Pharmacokinetics: Clotrimazole is distributed in the skin as unchanged drug, the concentration of the drug decreases from the outer layer to the inner layer. After topical application to healed or damaged skin, the concentration of drug absorbed into the blood is not significant.
When used orally or vaginally, the drug is rapidly metabolized in the liver before having systemic effects. Approximately 50% of clotrimazole and its metabolites in serum are bound to plasma albumin. After an oral dose, drug and metabolite concentrations peak within 2-6 hours.
Clotrimazol when entering the body is excreted mainly through the biliary tract and urine mainly in the form of metabolism, only 1% in the active form.
Beclomethasone dipropionate
Beclomethesone is known to be a synthetic glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoid steroids in general have potent anti-inflammatory effects. Beclomathesone has fewer side effects than oral glucocorticoids.
Gentamicin
Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, which has a bactericidal effect by inhibiting bacterial protein biosynthesis. The drug is active mainly on gram (-) aerobic bacteria and a small number of gram-positive bacteria such as streptococci, staphylococci, pneumococcus (including methicillin-resistant staphylococcus & penicillinase-producing staphylococcus). Gentamicin is also active against some Mycoplasma and Actinomyces.
Gentamicin is used in the treatment of parasites, anti-infectives, antifungals, antivirals.
2. What are the uses of Candiderm?
What are the effects of candidiasis? Candiderm topical is indicated for the treatment of skin infections in the following cases:
Eczema (patches of itchy, inflamed, cracked and rough skin). Dermatitis (skin rash). Impetigo (red sores on the face). Psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form rough red patches covered with white scales). Diaper rash treatment. Skin infection. Inflammation of the skin in the groin area. chronic dermatitis. Red dermis, eczematous dermatitis, hives, contact dermatitis, neurodermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, pustules, impetigo, sores. Tinea capitis, tinea versicolor, systemic thrush and secondary bacterial infections with eczema.
3. Dosage and how to use Candiderm
Dosage and usage of Candiderm is as follows:
The patient needs to wash and dry the affected skin, apply a thin layer, use 2-3 times a day Specific dosage in each patient depends on status and disease progression. Patients should consult their doctor, pharmacist for advice on dosage, depending on each medical condition.
4. Side effects when using Candiderm
During the use of Candiderm, if there are any unwanted effects, the patient should inform the doctor, pharmacist for advice on proper handling.
Some unwanted effects may be encountered during the use of Candiderm: Dry skin feeling, burning, folliculitis, hirsutism, acne-like rash. When the skin is covered with the drug, you can see skin softening, atrophy, and stretch marks.
5. Contraindications to the use of Candiderm
Candiderm topical should not be used in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity or a history of allergy to any of the ingredients in the drug. People with the following diseases: Tuberculosis, chickenpox, herpes, measles, cowpox, syphilis, skin ulcers.
6. Candiderm . drug interactions
Drug interactions can affect the action and effects of Candiderm and other drugs used or cause side effects.
Patients should tell their doctor or pharmacist a list of drugs and supplements they are taking to make sure they don't share drugs that should not be combined. Patients should not take the drug or increase or decrease the dose of the drug without the guidance of the doctor.
7. Note, caution when using Candiderm:
Before using Candiderm, you should carefully read the instructions for use printed in the drug packaging and it is best to consult your doctor, pharmacist. If you apply Candiderm on a large scale or cover the application area, it will increase the absorption of the drug. Do not use Candiderm on open wounds or damaged skin. Pregnant women should not take the drug in high doses and for a long time. Storage of Candiderm: Keep the medicine in a cool place, away from direct light, at a temperature below 300C. Keep out of reach of CHILDREN.
Candiderm is a topical cream with the main ingredients being Beclomethasone dipropionate 0.05%, Clotrimazole 1%, Gentamicin 0.1%. This is a topical medication used to treat a number of dermatological conditions. To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor.
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