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Miconazole 2% Cream

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsMiconazole
Description
Miconazole 2% Cream is an antifungal cream that consists of Miconazole. It is used in the treatment of various fungal infections of the skin like athlete's foot (a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes), jock itch (a fungal infection that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body) and ringworm infections. It kills and stops the growth of fungi by damaging their cell wall, thereby killing them. Miconazole 2% Cream may cause mild side effects like itching, burning sensation, irritation and redness at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Do not use Miconazole 2% Cream if you are allergic to it. Miconazole 2% Cream is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer over the affected parts of your skin. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. Rinse with water immediately if the medicine comes in contact with these areas. Avoid using other medications on the same area while using Miconazole 2% Cream. Miconazole 2% Cream may take a few days or weeks for improving your condition. Therefore, it is advised to complete the whole treatment with this medicine as prescribed. Inform your doctor if you have liver problems before using Miconazole 2% Cream. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine. Inform your doctor if the condition has not improved even after six weeks of treatment.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Miconazole 2% Cream

Candistat 2% Cream
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Candizol 2% Cream
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Dermizole 2% Cream
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Relin Guard 2% Cream
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Rivizole 2% Cream
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Miconazole 2% Cream

  • Skin rash
  • Burning, itching, and irritation of the skin
  • Redness of the skin
  • Dry skin

Uses of Miconazole 2% Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Tinea corporis (Ringworm infection)
  • Athlete's foot (Tinea pedis)
  • Jock itch (Tinea cruris)
  • Cutaneous Candidiasis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Miconazole 2% Cream to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Miconazole 2% Cream remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Miconazole 2% Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Miconazole 2% Cream is relatively safe to be used in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant consult your doctor before using this cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Applying Miconazole 2% Cream to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in the infant. Consult your doctor before using it during breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Miconazole 2% Cream if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor of any history of allergy to this medicine. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Miconazole 2% Cream is relatively safe to be used in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant consult your doctor before using this cream.

Breast-feeding

Applying Miconazole 2% Cream to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in the infant. Consult your doctor before using it during breastfeeding.
General warnings

External use only

Miconazole 2% Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help.

Skin irritation

Miconazole 2% Cream may cause severe irritation of the skin in some people. Stop using it and consult your doctor if you notice any skin reactions like blisters, hives, severe rash etc.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Miconazole 2% Cream as soon as you remember. Do not apply two doses at one time to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Miconazole 2% Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required. Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Dicumarol

Anisindione

Blood thinners

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Miconazole 2% Cream is an external preparation. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, nose, and, ears. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor. Apply a thin layer of Miconazole 2% Cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. It may take several days to see the effects of Miconazole 2% Cream. Finish the entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. Avoid scratching or pricking the affected area as it can worsen the infection. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Miconazole 2% Cream works by stopping the growth of fungi by disrupting the fungal cell wall, eventually killing them.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical antifungals

Schedule

OTC

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