Candid Ear Drops, Substitutes & Alternatives
Find medicines with the same composition as Candid Ear Drops (Lidocaine (2% w/v) + Clotrimazole (1% w/v)). Compare alternatives at different price points.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Known Substitutes
The following medicines may be used as alternatives to Candid Ear Drops (same or similar composition):
- Clocip Ear Drops
- Clotrim Ear Drops
- Canesten Ear Drops
- Candid Cl Ear Drops
Important: Never switch medicines without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Even medicines with the same composition may have different inactive ingredients that affect how they work for you.
Understanding the Composition
Candid Ear Drops contains Lidocaine (2% w/v) + Clotrimazole (1% w/v). Substitute medicines with the same active ingredient work by the same mechanism and treat the same conditions.
Price differences between brands are common and do not indicate a difference in quality or effectiveness. All medicines sold in India must meet the standards set by CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation).
Candid Ear Drops: At a Glance
- Composition
- Lidocaine (2% w/v) + Clotrimazole (1% w/v)
- Price
- ₹100
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Manufacturer
- GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS
- Known substitutes
- 4
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