Miconazole is used to treat fungal infections of the vagina in adults.
Use Miconazole exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
This medicine is available as a vaginal suppository and as a cream.
It is best to use it at bedtime. Try to use this medicine at the same time each day.
If you have been given the cream, follow these steps:
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Open the tube by puncturing the metal seal with the pointed tip of the cap.
- Disposable applicators are provided to help you apply the cream into the vagina. Screw the end of the applicator securely onto the tube.
- Slowly squeeze the tube such that the medication fills the applicator completely.
- The applicator plunger will stop moving once the applicator is full. Do not overfill by pushing it past this point.
- Unscrew the applicator.
- Lie on your back with both knees bent and legs apart.
- Hold the applicator at the middle portion.
- Gently insert the applicator into the vagina. Insert only as far as it will comfortably go.
- Slowly press the applicator plunger until it stops. This will deposit the medication into the vagina.
- Gently withdraw the applicator.
If you have been given the suppository, follow these steps:
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Remove the wrapper from the medicine (and the applicator, if available).
- If an applicator is supplied, fix the medicine into the hole at the end of the applicator.
- Lie on your back with both knees bent and legs apart.
- Gently insert the suppository into the vagina, either using your fingers or the applicator. Insert only as far as it will comfortably go.
- If you are using an applicator, press the plunger to release the medicine, then gently remove the applicator.
- Wash your hands again after inserting the medicine.
Miconazole suppository is to be inserted into the vagina. Do not eat, chew or swallow it. Do not use it in any other way.
Avoid any direct contact of this medicine with your eyes or mouth. Rinse immediately with water if this medicine accidentally gets into your eyes or mouth. Alert your doctor if you start to have any problems with your eyes.
The dose of this medicine will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the treatment timeframe depending on your condition and response to the medication.
Use Miconazole at regular intervals. Do not skip any doses. You must complete the entire course of this medicine. If you don't, the infection will not be properly controlled.
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose under any circumstances.
If you often forget to use your medicine, let your doctor and pharmacist know.
Do not use Miconazole if you ever had an allergic reaction (e.g. rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes) to this medicine or any other similar medicines for fungal infections.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Maintain good hygiene as this is important in managing fungal infections.
Miconazole may damage the latex of certain “barrier” method contraceptives (e.g. condoms, diaphragm). You may discuss alternative birth control methods with your doctor.
You should also avoid the use of other vaginal products (e.g. tampons, douches) while you are being treated with this medicine.
Do not engage in sexual contact until your doctor certifies that you are cleared from the infection.
Miconazole may cause any of the following side effects: headache, stomach cramps, and vaginal irritation, itching or burning sensation.
If you develop rashes, breathlessness, swollen face, eyes, mouth or throat, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor quickly. These could be signs of an allergic reaction.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any of these medicines:
- warfarin (blood-thinning medicine)
- medicines for high blood pressure or heart disease e.g. dihydropyridines, verapamil
- medicines for epilepsy (fits or seizures) e.g. phenytoin
- medicines for diabetes
- cholesterol-lowering medicines e.g. simvastatin, lovastatin
This list does not include all medicines that may interact with Miconazole.
Let your doctor know if you are using any other vaginal preparations, such as a vaginal douche or other medication that is applied in the vagina.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking or using any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. Do not allow to freeze.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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