Miconazole is used to treat fungal infections that can affect the skin, mouth and throat. It is also used to treat athlete's foot, other forms of ringworm and cutaneous candidiasis.
What is Miconazole?
Miconazole is an antifungal. It works by increasing the permeability of fungal cell membrane, thus leading to the loss of the material within the cells. It can also interfere with other metabolic processes of fungi.
How should Miconazole be taken?
Miconazole may be administered through topical application (including inside the mouth) or intravenously via infusion.
Side effects associated with Miconazole
Among the possible side effects of miconazole include the following:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Irritation in the oral cavity
- Nausea
- Stomach ache
- Changes in taste
- Vomiting
It is important to contact a doctor immediately if you experience:
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Itch
- Difficulty breathing
- Tightness in the chest
- Swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue
- Burning, pain or swelling at the injection site
- Sores in the mouth or on the tongue
- Excessive fatigue or weakness
Contraindications and warnings associated with the use of Miconazole
Miconazole should not be taken in case of any allergy to milk proteins. It is also contraindicated in children and adolescents under the ages of 16.
Before starting treatment with Miconazole, it is important to tell your doctor if:
- You have any allergies to the active substance, its excipients, or any other drugs (azole antifungals) or food
- You are taking any other medications, herbal remedies or supplements. Mentioning in particular: anticoagulants, ergot derivatives and phenytoin
- You are suffering (or have suffered) from liver disease
- You are pregnant or breast-feeding
