Also known as: Micatin
This medicine contains the active ingredient miconazole which belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fungal agents. These medicines are used to treat and prevent fungal and yeast infections by invading the affected areas of the skin and killing the fungi or impeding their growth. The usual symptoms are itching and redness. Miconazole is usually prescribed for the treatment of the infection of the nails, trunk, hands or feet, scalp, outer ear and groin. [...]
This medicine contains the active ingredient miconazole which belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fungal agents. These medicines are used to treat and prevent fungal and yeast infections by invading the affected areas of the skin and killing the fungi or impeding their growth. The usual symptoms are itching and redness. Miconazole is usually prescribed for the treatment of the infection of the nails, trunk, hands or feet, scalp, outer ear and groin.
Miconazole is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it
In particular, you must tell the doctor if you:
Miconazole interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
See the package leaflet for a complete list of possible contraindications and warnings.
This medicine is available in form of cream.
You should take miconazole exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Do not miss any doses and use the medicine at the same time each day. Do not apply two doses together if you miss a dose.
Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions.
Like all medicines miconazole can cause side effects, including:
Very rare:
Rare:
Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe. See the package leaflet for a complete list of side effects.