Miconazole
Information about Miconazole
Miconazole uses
Miconazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
How miconazole works
Miconazole stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.
Common side effects of miconazole
Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes
Available Medicine for Miconazole
Expert advice for Miconazole
Stop taking miconazole and consult your doctor immediately.
- If you experience skin rash or hives.
- If you experience swelling of your face, eyes, lips, tongue or throat.
- If you experience trouble swallowing or breathing.
- If you experience abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
Before taking miconazole inform your doctor.
- If you are suffering from liver problems or any other underlying diseases.
- If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed.
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take, including vitamins and herbal supplements.Follow all directions to use from information available on your pack for vaginal inserts, oral buccal tablets, creams or gels.
Frequently asked questions for Miconazole
Miconazole
Q. Can miconazole/ Monistat be used for conditions for BV (bacterial vaginosis), ring worms, and urinary tract infections?
Yes, miconazole can be used for BV (bacterial vaginosis). It is used for treatment and prevention of fungal infections of the oral cavity, ring worms and superinfections due to gram-positive bacteria. Miconazole can be taken in rare fungal infections of the urinary tract
Q. Does miconazole cause burning sensation?
Yes, burning sensation on the skin and vaginal burning are common side effects of miconazole
Q. Does miconazole cause dry skin?
No, miconazole is not known to have the side effect to cause drying of skin