Miconazole: function, dosage, side effects, how to use

What Drug Miconazole?

What is miconazole ointment for?

Miconazole is an antifungal ointment that works to prevent fungal growth on the skin.

This medication is mainly used to treat fungal infections such as water fleas (athlete's foot), ringworm, fungal infections of the groin area, tinea versicolor, and other fungal infections in the body.

This drug is a prescription drug, so you cannot get it over the counter if it is not accompanied by a prescription from your doctor.

How to use this drug?

Some of the following steps you should take while using this medicine, including:

• Use miconazole ointment only on the skin. Keep this medication away from the mouth, nose and eyes as it may cause a burning sensation.
• If your doctor has not recommended you stop using this drug, do not stop using it, even if you feel your condition is better.
• Before using this medicine, wash your hands thoroughly.
• After using it, you should also wash your hands, unless the fungal infection that needs to be cured is on the area of ​​your hand.
• First clean the infected skin and then dry it. Only then, apply micronazole ointment to the area.
• Apply a thin layer of this ointment on the infected skin area and rub it in gently.
• Do not cover the infected body part with bandages or other chemicals such as make-up, unless the doctor instructs otherwise.
• Use this medication as directed by your doctor. If your condition improves but your doctor still asks you to use it, don't stop it so you can get the maximum benefit from using this drug.
• Contact the doctor if the condition does not change or gets worse.

How to store this drug?

As with medicines in general, they are best stored at room temperature. We recommend that you keep this drug away from direct light exposure and do not put it in a place with a humid temperature. Do not also store it in the bathroom let alone store and freeze it in the freezer.

Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Always pay attention to the instructions regarding how to store the drug given by the doctor or printed on the medicine package. Keep miconazole out of reach of children and pets.

If this medicine has expired, discard this medicine immediately in accordance with the correct disposal procedure. If you are unsure or do not know how to properly dispose of medicine, ask your pharmacist or local waste disposal agency about the safe way to dispose of medicinal waste.

Do not dispose of this medication carelessly and do not flush it into the toilet or drain, unless the pharmacist instructs you to do so.

Miconazole dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the miconazole dosage for adults?

Adult dosage for ringworm

Apply miconazole ointment in a thin layer to the infected skin area twice a day for 4 weeks of use.

Adult dosage for water fleas

For sufferers of water fleas that are commonly found by those of you who like to exercise, apply a thin layer of miconazole ointment to the infected skin area twice a day for 4 weeks of use.

Adult dosage for candida yeast infection

Apply miconazole ointment in a thin layer to the infected skin area twice a day for 2 weeks of use.

Adult dosage for ringworm of the groin

Apply miconazole ointment in a thin layer to the infected skin area twice a day for 2 weeks of use.

Adult dosage for tinea versicolor

Apply miconazole ointment in a thin layer to the infected skin area once a day for 2 weeks of use.

What is the dose of miconazole for children?

Children's dosage for ringworm

For children 2 years and over: Apply miconazole ointment thinly to the infected skin area twice daily for 4 weeks of use.

Children's dosage for water fleas

For children 2 years and over: Apply miconazole ointment thinly to the infected skin area twice daily for 4 weeks of use.

Children's dosage for candida yeast infection

For children 2 years and older: Apply miconazole ointment thinly to the infected skin area twice daily for 2 weeks of use.

Children's dosage for ringworm of the groin

For children 2 years and older: Apply miconazole ointment thinly to the infected skin area twice daily for 2 weeks of use.

In what dosage is Miconazole available?

Miconazole ointment 2%, 4%.

Miconazole side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to miconazole?

Call your doctor or emergency room if you experience signs of an allergic reaction: Hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects such as:

• Itchy rash
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Irritated skin

Common side effects include:

• Peeling skin
• Dry skin

Although miconazole is an ointment that is only used on the skin, if this medication is accidentally absorbed into your bloodstream, the following side effects may occur:

• Burning or pain in the mouth
• New mouth sores on the mouth or tongue
• Tooth ache
• Swelling of the gums
• The sense of taste becomes less sensitive
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Headache

Not everyone experiences the side effects mentioned above. There are even people who don't feel the side effects.

There are also some side effects that are not mentioned above but may be felt by miconazole users. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Miconazole Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using this drug?

Before using miconazole, there are a number of things that you should pay attention to. Among others are:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you have any allergies to miconazole or other medicines.
• Tell your doctor and pharmacist any prescription or nonprescription drugs that are being used, including vitamins and herbal medicines.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using miconazole, contact your doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you have a fungal nail infection. This medicine cannot be used to cure fungal infections of the nails.
• This drug is dangerous if taken by mouth. If you accidentally eat or swallow it, contact your doctor immediately.
• Be careful giving this drug to children, especially if your child is a toddler because this drug may be licked or swallowed by him.
• When using this medication, do not wear clothes that are too tight as this can worsen any skin infections you have. This can happen because there is no circulation or air circulation in your body when wearing tight clothing.
• Your doctor will prescribe this medication only for your current condition. Do not use this medicine when you have an infection at a later date because you do not necessarily understand whether the condition is the same as the condition you are currently experiencing and whether this drug can solve the problem.

Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Given that this drug is only used on the skin and is not consumed, the possibility of this drug affecting pregnant women and the fetus is very small.

Even so, always pay attention to the rules for using drugs, whether using this drug is safe for pregnant women or not. If you are in doubt, consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

Studies in women have shown that this drug poses minimal risk to the baby when used by breastfeeding mothers. However, you should still discuss any medications with your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Be aware of the possible benefits and risks and only use medications if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Miconazole Drug Interactions

What medicines might interact with miconazole?

Drug interactions can change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not include all possible drug interactions.

Keep a record of all the products you use (including prescription and nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of drugs without your doctor's approval.

There are three types of drugs that may interact with miconazole. The interactions that occur between miconazole and these drugs can increase the side effects of the drug or change the way the drug works on your body. The three drugs are as follows:

• anisindione
• dicumarol
• warfarin

Can food or alcohol interact with miconazole?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur.

Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interact with miconazole?

The presence of other health problems can affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems. However, given that this drug is only used on the skin, there is almost no chance that the use of this drug could interact with your other health conditions.

To be sure, always consult your doctor about the risks and benefits of using miconazole.

Miconazole overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (118) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget to use this medicine in your infection, apply the medicine immediately. However, if it's time to apply the next dose of medication, just skip the missed dose and use the medication according to your regular schedule.

Do not overuse this medication, as higher amounts do not guarantee that you will recover faster.

Also, do not use too much miconazole ointment because you may also increase your risk of side effects from using this drug. We recommend that you use this medicine according to the instructions from your doctor because the doctor will certainly have considered your condition when recommending the use of this drug.

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