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Candid Mouth Gel

Manufacturer :  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Clotrimazole
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Candid Mouth Gel

Candid mouth gel is composed of Clotrimazole and is used to treat fungal infections of mouth. It is advised to apply this medication as instructed by the doctor.

This medicament may interact with other medications therefore consult your doctor before using this gel. Apply on the affected area after cleansing it well. It is usually recommended to use about 2-3 times a day.

    What are the uses of Candid Mouth Gel

    What are the contraindications of Candid Mouth Gel ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Key highlights of Candid Mouth Gel

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This gel is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this gel. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Candid Mouth Gel ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Candid Mouth Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    This gel is composed of Clotrimazole which has both fungistatic and fungicidal actions. It binds to phospholipids in the fungal cell membrane and alters it''s permeability.

      FAQs about Candid Mouth Gel

      • Ques : What is Candid Mouth Gel?

        Ans : This gel has Clotrimazole which helps in treating fungal infections of the mouth.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Candid Mouth Gel?

        Ans : This gel is used to avoid mouth ulcers.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Candid Mouth Gel?

        Ans : There are no any side effects seen.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Candid Mouth Gel?

        Ans : This gel should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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