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Candid CL Vaginal Suppository

Manufactured byGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsClotrimazole (200 mg) + Clindamycin (100 mg)
Description
Candid CL Vaginal Suppository consists of Clotrimazole and Clindamycin. It is used to treat vaginal infections. This medicine works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungi and preventing the further spread of the infection. Candid CL Vaginal Suppository has some side effects like itching, burning sensation, or irritation at the site of application. These side effects usually subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or become severe. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is for vaginal use only. Use it as instructed by your doctor, preferably at bedtime for better results. Wash your hands before and after using it. Do not use more than the recommended dose. Ensure that you complete the course of treatment to prevent the risk of re-infection. Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available. Inform your doctor if you have stomach and intestinal problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Candid CL Vaginal Suppository

  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Application site redness, itching, and burning
  • Vaginal irritation
  • Painful urination

Uses of Candid CL Vaginal Suppository

What is it prescribed for?

  • Vaginal infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Candid CL Vaginal Suppository to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Candid CL Vaginal Suppository remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Candid CL Vaginal Suppository.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Candid CL Vaginal Suppository if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Vaginal irritation

Candid CL Vaginal Suppository may cause burning sensation and irritation upon the insertion of the suppository. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve or the irritation persists.

Resistance

Use Candid CL Vaginal Suppository for the prescribed duration to prevent the risk of drug resistance (a condition where microorganisms develop the ability to defeat the medicine intended to kill them).

For vaginal use only

Candid CL Vaginal Suppository is intended for vaginal use only.

Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis refers to swelling in the lining of the large intestine. Candid CL Vaginal Suppository should be used with caution if you have ulcerative colitis as it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Administer the missed dose of Candid CL Vaginal Suppository as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never use more than the recommended dose of Candid CL Vaginal Suppository. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use Candid CL Vaginal Suppository as advised by your doctor. Follow all the instructions given on the label or packaging insert. Do not use in larger amounts than recommended by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Avoid using vaginal products (such as tampons and douches) during treatment with Candid CL Vaginal Suppository. Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment with this medicine. The latex condom and diaphragms may be weakened if exposed to Candid CL Vaginal Suppository. Thus it reduces the contraceptive efficacy and protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Candid CL Vaginal Suppository consists of Clotrimazole and Clindamycin. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria and prevents the further spread of infection. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by disrupting certain vital processes in the fungal cell.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Azole antifungals, Lincomycin derivatives, Vaginal anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

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