Miconazole



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  • Contains / Salt: Miconazole


Miconazole Information

Miconazole is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. The alternative uses of Miconazole have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Miconazole is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Miconazole have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Miconazole go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Miconazole's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Miconazole's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Miconazole have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Miconazole may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Miconazole is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Miconazole Benefits & Uses

Miconazole is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Miconazole Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: dose should be used at bedtime
Geriatric
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Miconazole Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Miconazole safe for pregnant women?


    Miconazole may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Miconazole again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Miconazole safe during breastfeeding?


    Miconazole is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Miconazole on the Kidneys?


    Miconazole is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Miconazole on the Liver?


    Miconazole does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Miconazole on the Heart?


    Miconazole is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Miconazole with Other Drugs

Miconazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Miconazole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Miconazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Miconazole

  • Is this Miconazole habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Miconazole.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Miconazole as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Miconazole only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Miconazole for mental disorders.

    No

Miconazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Miconazole


    Taking Miconazole with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Miconazole


    Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Miconazole does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

    Safe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vusion® (miconazole nitrate, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 792

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177

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