CANDIO HERMAL Cream, 50 g

Areas of application

Candio-Hermal Cream is a yeast-specific antifungal that is used for skin infections caused by nystatin-sensitive yeast fungi (candidiasis).These include fungal infections of the skin, in the folds of the body, in the area of the genitals and the anal area, the corners of the mouth, the spaces between the fingers and toes, the external ear canal as well as sores under the breast and diaper rash.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

The active ingredient in Candio-Hermal cream is nystatin.The other ingredients are 2-phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, octyldodecanol, polysorbate 80, emulsifying cetostearyl alcohol (type A), glycerol monostearate 40-55, sorbitan oleate and purified water.

Contraindications

Candio-Hermal cream must not be used if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to nystatin, related active ingredients such as amphotericin B or natamycin, or any of the other ingredients of the cream.If hypersensitivity occurs, such as itching or burning, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor consulted.

Dosage

Always use Candio-Hermal Cream exactly as directed.Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, the cream is applied to the affected skin areas 2-3 times a day.In cases of apparent resistance to therapy or in severe cases, use can be made more frequently, even hourly.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you think the effect is too strong or too weak.

If you use more Candio-Hermal cream than you should, the side effects known for nystatin may occur.There are no known symptoms of poisoning.Do not use a double dose if you forget to use it.When treating fungal infections, all fungal foci on the skin and mucous membranes must be eliminated in order to avoid relapses.

Intake

Candio-Hermal Cream is intended for use on the skin.

Patient information

Particular caution is required when using Candio-Hermal cream to avoid relapses.Therapy resistance is not the same as pathogen resistance and can be overcome through more frequent use and higher doses.No special precautions are required when driving or using machines.

Pregnancy

Before using Candio-Hermal cream, ask your doctor or pharmacist.At therapeutic doses, nystatin is hardly absorbed and does not cross the placental barrier.It is also not expected to pass into breast milk.The cream can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Notes

No prescription is required for this product.For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Other

All affected areas must be treated to prevent recurrence of symptoms.

Manufacturer:

ALMIRALL HERMAL GmbH, Scholtzstrasse 3, 21465 Reinbek