Canderm

Posted September 23, 2018

Canderm

Canderm Powder is used for the treatment of candidiasis, athlete's foot, jock itch, ring worm and other yeast and fungal infections of the skin

Product	Molecule
Canderm Powder	Clotrimazole, Zinc Oxide

Molecule: Clotrimazole, Zinc Oxide

Formulation: Clotrimazole 1.00% wlw + Zinc Oxide 1.75%wlw Powder

Packaging Unit: 50gm Powder

Dosage: Apply 2-3 times daily on the affected area. CANDERM may also be dusted inside articles of clothing and footwear which are in contact with the infected area.

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Indications

Candidiasis caused by Candida albicans, pityriasis versicolor, tinea pedis (Athelete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch) & tinea corporis (ringworm). As a prophylactic against re-infection. Canderm is useful whenever excess perspiration or exudates need absorption. Recommended whenever excess moisture aggravates heat or friction rashes. Canderm smoothes irritated skin and protects against chafing and rash.

Pharmacological Class

Imidazole derivative.

Pharmacological Properties

Antifungal, Antibacterial

Mechanism Of Action

Clotrimazole is a broad-spectrum antifungal which binds to phospholipids in the cell membrane altering cell wall permeability causing a loss in essential intracellular elements. ZnO have a broad spectrum of antibacterial activities.

Side Effects

Erythema, stinging, irritation, hypersensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity

Observations

None