Candiwel AF
Candiwel AF Products are primarily used for
Fungal skin infections, Fungal nail infections
About Candiwel AF Products
Uses of Candiwel AF Products
Amorolfine is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections and fungal nail infections.
Candiwel AF Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Candiwel AF are Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Tenderness, Increased appetite.
How Candiwel AF Products work
Amorolfine is an antifungal medication. It works by preventing fungi from producing ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes. Without ergosterol, the fungi stop growing and its cells breakdown. Gradually, the infected nail grows out, until only healthy nail is left.
Patient Concerns about Candiwel AF Products
Frequently asked questions about Candiwel AF Products
Frequently asked questions about Amorolfine
Q. How often should you use Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream?
Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream contains amorolfine which is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal infections of the nails. It is applied once weekly on the affected finger or toenails. Sometimes your physician may ask you to apply it twice weekly. The affected areas must be cleaned and dried properly. Do not stop the treatment in between even if the symptoms heal. Your doctor will recommend the exact dose and duration of the treatment based on the type of fungal infection.
Q. Is Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream a steroid?
No, Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected nails to treat fungal infections.
Q. Can we apply Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream on other parts of the body?
No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like the eyes, oral cavity, or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to only nails and skin. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.
Q. Can Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability is unknown. Such allergic reaction is not very common and is likely to occur in only susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.
Q. Is Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream safe to be used in kids?
No, Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream should not be used in children and infants. This is because there is no evidence available to prove the safety of the medicine. Consult your doctor in case your kid develops nail or skin infections or has any nail changes.
Q. How often should you use Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream?
Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream is usually applied once weekly on the affected finger or toenails. Sometimes your physician may ask you to apply it twice weekly. It is important that the affected areas should be clean and dried properly. Consult your doctor before you apply this medication and follow the instructions as provided.
Q. Can we apply Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream on other parts of the body?
No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like eyes, oral cavity, other parts of skin or mucosa or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to only nails. Before using the medicine consult a doctor and follow the instructions carefully.
Q. Can Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability is unknown. Such allergic reaction is not very common and is likely to occur in only susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.
Q. Is Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream safe to be used in kids?
No, Candiwel AF 0.25% Cream should not be used in children and infants. This is because there is no evidence available to prove the safety of the medicine. Consult your doctor in case your kid develops nail infection or has any nail changes.
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