Miconazole

(mi KON a zole)

U.S. Brand Names

Aloe Vesta® 2-n-1 Antifungal [OTC]; Baza® Antifungal [OTC]; Carrington Antifungal [OTC]; DermaFungal [OTC]; Dermagran® AF [OTC]; DiabetAid™ Antifungal Foot Bath [OTC]; Fungoid® Tincture [OTC]; Lotrimin® AF Jock Itch Powder Spray [OTC]; Lotrimin® AF Powder/Spray [OTC]; Micaderm® [OTC]; Micatin® Athlete's Foot [OTC]; Micatin® Jock Itch [OTC]; Micro-Guard® [OTC]; Mitrazol™ [OTC]; Monistat-Derm® [DSC]; Monistat® 1 Combination Pack [OTC]; Monistat® 3 Combination Pack [OTC]; Monistat® 3 [OTC]; Monistat® 7 [OTC]; Neosporin® AF [OTC]; Podactin Cream [OTC]; Secura® Antifungal [OTC]; Zeasorb®-AF [OTC]

Canadian Brand Names

Dermazole; Micatin®; Micozole; Monistat®; Monistat® 3

Mexican Brand Names

Aloid; Daktarin; Gyno-Daktarin; Hipo Femme; Lotrimin AF; Miconazol; Nacomic; Neomicol

Pharmacologic Category

Antifungal Agent, Topical; Antifungal Agent, Vaginal

What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?

If you are taking a blood thinner, you must have PT/INR checked often. Miconazole may increase INR and could cause a bleeding problem.

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to miconazole or any other part of this medicine.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

• If you are taking cisapride.

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used to treat a variety of yeast infections.

How does it work?

• Miconazole works to injure the yeast and fight the infection.

How is it best taken?

All forms:

• Use prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

Skin:

• Do not take this medicine by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).

• Wash hands before and after use.

• Clean affected area before use. Make sure to dry well.

• Apply a thin layer to the affected skin and rub in gently.

• Spray or sprinkle powder over affected area.

Vaginal:

• Use tablet or cream vaginally.

• Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).

• Wash your hands before and after use.

What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)

• Use a missed dose as soon as possible.

• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.

• Do not use a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

All forms:

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

Skin:

• Do not put coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) over the area unless told to do so by healthcare provider.

Vaginal:

• Do not use this medicine if you have belly pain, fever, or bad-smelling discharge. Talk with healthcare provider.

• Protect clothing from staining.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Belly pain.

• Skin irritation.

What should I monitor?

• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?

• Number of yeast infections. If these occur often, talk with healthcare provider.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Severe skin irritation.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

General statements

• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.

• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).

• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.

• Read the package insert for more details.



Created: 2006-10-13 14:16:07.0

Modified: 2008-04-30 11:12:50.0

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