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Candiderm

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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Candiderm has a complex composition and has antiallergic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-mycotic effects.

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Indications Candiderma

It is used for therapeutic procedures in such cases:

  • red flat lichen;
  • epidermophytia in the region of the feet;
  • accompanied by an infection of a secondary nature of dermatosis;
  • eczema ;
  • dermatomycosis (this includes lesions developing in the inguinal zone);
  • having allergic genesis of dermatosis;
  • neurodermatitis, which has a diffuse character;
  • mosquito dermatosis;
  • developing dermatitis due to the bite of an insect;
  • atopic dermatitis;
  • itching in the anal and genital area.

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Release form

The release of the medication is realized in the form of a cream, in tubes of 15 g volume. Inside the package there is 1 such tube.

Pharmacodynamics

The element beclomethasone leads to the development of antiexudative, anti-inflammatory, and in addition to this antipruritic and antiallergic effect. The drug effect is developed by slowing down the accumulation of leukocytes, suppressing phagocytosis, releasing specific enzymes and inflammation conductors, and in addition, by preventing the development of edema and strengthening the strength of tissues with vessels.

Gentamicin is an antibiotic from the aminoglycoside category, which has potent bactericidal properties. It depresses the effects of Klebsiella, Staphylococcus, Proteus, and besides enterobacteria, streptococci, pseudomonads and Escherichia coli.

Element clotrimazole has an antimycotic effect. Its fungicidal effect develops by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol, which is an important constituent of fungal cells.

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Dosing and administration

Treatment with cream should be carried out 2 times a day - apply it to the affected areas of the epidermis. The duration of therapy is determined by the individual's sensitivity to the drug, as well as the overall therapeutic effectiveness.

After 0.5-1 month of continuous use of the drug, the first negative manifestations of a systemic nature may develop.

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Use Candiderma during pregnancy

Candiderm should not be prescribed to pregnant women.

Active elements of the drug can pass into the mother's milk; when breastfeeding it has a negative effect on the baby. Therefore, it is forbidden to combine breastfeeding and use of medicines.

Contraindications

The main contraindications:

  • chickenpox;
  • the presence of hypersensitivity to the components of drugs;
  • wounds of a trophic nature, as well as open wounds;
  • rosacea;
  • postvaccinal manifestations on the epidermis;
  • viruses that damage the epidermal layer;
  • acne;
  • cutaneous syphilis or tuberculosis.

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Side effects Candiderma

Long-term use of the cream can provoke general manifestations in the form of suppression of the function of the adrenal cortex. When used correctly, all negative symptoms are mild and transient. Among the side effects:

  • manifestations of allergies: urticaria, contact form of dermatitis, as well as swelling;
  • lesions of the epidermis: burning sensation, telangiectasia, peeling, blackheads, hypertrichosis, hyperemia, burning sensation and pyoderma. In addition, hypopigmentation, skin stretch marks, perioral form of dermatitis, sweating, epidermal changes of atrophic nature, skin dryness, furunculosis, maceration and folliculitis.

Overdose

When poisoning occurs, glucosuria, hypokalemia, increases blood pressure and increases weight, and develops other symptoms of hypercorticoidism.

During therapy, you need to carefully adjust the salt balance and perform timely symptomatic procedures (also completely cancel the use of Candiderma).

Storage conditions

Candiderm is prohibited from freezing. Temperature values at a content of at most 25 ° C.

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Shelf life

Candiderm is allowed to be used within 36 months of the release of the therapeutic agent.

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Application for children

It is forbidden to apply the cream to children under the age of 16. In pediatrics (children 7-16 years old), the drug can be used only with the appointment of a doctor. Process the epidermis should be in the mornings and evenings.

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Analogues

Analogues of the drug are Belogen and Betagenot preparations with Betaderm.

Reviews

Candiderm receives extremely positive reviews from doctors. The drug is transferred without complications and allows for a short period to obtain the desired result.

In the comments on medical forums, people note the high therapeutic effectiveness of Candiderma during the treatment of a variety of diseases affecting the epidermis.

Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Candiderm" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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