Description
Miconazole cream is an antifungal medication that is used for external use. It is used for dealing with many kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. The formulation of Miconazole cream belongs to the class of imidazole class of antifungal agents, it kills and removes the infection and relieves associated symptoms such as itching, burning, and irritation.
Miconazole cream is a result of continuous research and development to cure fungal infections. It covers many symptoms and provides relief from them. It is easy to use and is preferred by healthcare providers and patients.
Composition of Miconazole cream
- The active ingredient present in Miconazole cream is Miconazole Nitrate 2%w/w.
Indications and conditions for using Miconazole cream
Miconazole cream is used extensively to cover a large number of infections, some of which the serious infections it covers are :
- Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis)
- Jock itch (tinea cruris)
- Ringworm (tinea corporis)
- Cutaneous candidiasis (skin yeast infections)
- Fungal rashes and itching caused by dermatophytes or yeast
Mechanism of action
The working of miconazole cream is based on the process of inhibiting the fungal enzyme 14a-sterol demethylase, which results in stopping the production of fungi.
Directions for using miconazole cream
Miconazole cream is a very effective and reliable medication to use, but it must be used a prescribed or as instructed on the label. Follow the steps mentioned below to use it in a proper way
- Clean and dry the area before application
- Apply a thin layer of the cream in the affected area.
- Wash your hands before and after using it
- Must use it until the prescription date ends
Precautions and warnings while using
While using miconazole cream, you must follow these precautions and be in regular contact with your physician
- This medication is for external use only. miconazole cream
- Don’t apply it on cut-off broken skins
- This medication is not for children less than 2 years
Possible side effects of miconazole cream
Miconazole cream may show some of the following symptoms. In case of any increased or serious condition, immediately contact your healthcare provider.
- Breathing problem
- Racing heartbeat
- Fever
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat.
- Trouble swallowing or throat tightness.
- Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin
Storage instructions
Keep miconazole cream in a cool dry and a place which is away form sunlight
Keep it away from children.