Candid Cream

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

Candid Cream is part of a wider Candid range of clotrimazole-based topical products from Glenmark that also includes Candid 1% Topical Dusting Powder and Candid 1% Lotion; the cream formulation is best suited to localised areas of skin where a thicker, more occlusive layer is wanted, while the powder suits larger areas prone to moisture (such as inside footwear) and the lotion spreads more easily over broader or hair-bearing areas. Candid Cream is a distinct product from Canesten-brand clotrimazole creams, which are a different manufacturer’s formulation, and from Canesten V Cream, which is formulated specifically for vaginal use rather than general skin application.

Candid Cream is sold in Malaysia in tube pack sizes such as 20g and 60g; check the product packaging or listing for the exact pack size and net weight supplied with a given purchase.

• Clean and dry the affected area of skin and the surrounding skin before applying.
• Apply a thin layer of cream to the affected area and the immediately surrounding skin.
• Gently rub the cream in until it is 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 a thin layer of cream 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. Most courses of topical clotrimazole run for two to four weeks depending on the area affected; follow the specific duration printed 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.

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

• No clinically significant drug interactions have been identified for topical clotrimazole cream, 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.

• 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.
• Keep a face cloth or towel used on the affected area separate from ones used elsewhere on the body.
• Store the tube 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.