Candid 1% Lotion

Candid 1% Lotion is a topical antifungal lotion manufactured by Glenmark, containing clotrimazole 1% w/w, an imidazole-class antifungal formulated as a liquid lotion for application to the skin. It is sold in Malaysia as an OTC (Over-the-Counter) product, available without needing a doctor’s prescription at retail and online pharmacies including DoctorOnCall.

Candid 1% Lotion is part of the same Candid clotrimazole range as Candid Cream and Candid 1% Topical Dusting Powder; the lotion’s thinner, more liquid consistency makes it easier to spread over larger or hair-bearing areas of skin compared with the cream, while the cream suits smaller, more localised areas and the powder suits areas prone to moisture. Candid 1% Lotion is a distinct product from Candid B Lotion, a different Glenmark product that combines clotrimazole with a corticosteroid, and from Canesten-brand clotrimazole products and Canesten V Cream, which are formulated by a different manufacturer and for vaginal use respectively.

Candid 1% Lotion is sold in Malaysia in a 20ml bottle; check the product packaging or listing to confirm the exact pack size supplied.

• Clean and dry the affected area of skin and the surrounding skin before applying.
• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Apply a small amount of lotion to the affected area and the immediately surrounding skin, and rub in gently until absorbed.
• Wash your hands after application, unless the hands are the area being treated.
• Apply as directed on the pack label or by a pharmacist, usually two to three times a day, for the full course length stated, even if the skin looks improved before the course is finished.

For adults and children, apply the lotion to the affected area of skin two to three times a day, or as directed by a pharmacist, for the course length stated on the pack label. If there is no improvement after two to four weeks of regular use, or if the condition worsens, stop self-treating and see a doctor or pharmacist.

Store the bottle tightly closed below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct heat and sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

• Known hypersensitivity to clotrimazole, other imidazole antifungals, or any excipient in this formulation.

• No clinically significant drug interactions have been identified for topical clotrimazole lotion, as it acts locally on the skin with minimal systemic absorption.
• No food interactions are relevant, as this is a topical product and is not taken by mouth.
• Avoid applying other medicated creams, powders, or lotions to the same area at the same time without checking with a pharmacist first.

• Shake the bottle well before each use to mix the contents.
• Clean and dry the affected area before each application.
• Wash your hands before and after applying, unless treating the hands themselves.
• Wear loose-fitting, breathable clothing over the treated area where possible.
• Store the bottle tightly closed at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight.
• Check the expiry date on the packaging before each use.

Precautions: For external/topical skin use only; avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, and other mucous membranes, and rinse with water if accidental contact occurs. If pregnant or breastfeeding, check with a pharmacist or doctor before use. Not recommended for use on broken, weeping, or infected skin without medical advice. Keep out of reach of children.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor or pharmacist if this is the first time these skin symptoms have occurred, if there is no improvement after two to four weeks of regular use, if the affected area becomes more red, swollen, or painful, or if you develop signs of a wider skin or systemic infection such as fever.