What is miconazole cream used for?

MICONAZOLE (mi KON a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin.

Is miconazole good for skin?

Miconazole reduces the red skin patches, itching, and peeling that occur with these skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain types of fungus. Miconazole belongs to a class of drugs known as azole antifungals. This medication only treats certain fungal skin infections.

Can you put miconazole on your face?

Do not apply this medication in the eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same times each day. Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after starting miconazole.

Where do I apply miconazole cream?

Vaginal miconazole comes as a cream or suppository to be inserted into the vagina. The cream may also be applied to the skin around the outside of the vagina. The suppositories are used as a one-time dose (Monistat 1) or once a day at bedtime for 3 days in a row (Monistat 3).

Is miconazole safe to use?

This medication only works for vaginal fungal infections. You may have a different type of infection (such as bacterial vaginosis) and may need a different medication. If you have fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, stomach/abdominal pain, or a bad-smelling vaginal discharge, do not use this medication.

How quickly does miconazole work?

When using MONISTAT® as directed, you may start to get relief of symptoms in a few hours. If your symptoms do not get better in 3 days or symptoms last more than 7 days, these may be signs that you may have a more serious condition.

Is miconazole a antibiotic?

Miconazole is also used the skin to treat fungal infections. Metronidazole and miconazole belong to different drug classes. Metronidazole is an antibiotic and miconazole is an antifungal. Brand names for metronidazole include Flagyl, Flagyl ER, Metrogel, and Noritate.

Is miconazole a steroid?

Sometimes miconazole is combined with a mild corticosteroid called hydrocortisone (as in the brand called Daktacort®)….About miconazole for fungal skin and nail infections.

Type of medicine An antifungal medicine
Used for Fungal skin infections, fungal nail infections

How effective is miconazole?

Miconazole topical has an average rating of 3.0 out of 10 from a total of 3,881 ratings on Drugs.com. 15% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 72% reported a negative effect.

What is the difference between clotrimazole and miconazole?

Miconazole is commonly used as a cream in the treatment of vaginal yeast infections and sometimes external skin infections. Neither drug is usually recommended for internal use, although miconazole is still used as an oral treatment in some countries. Although clotrimazole and miconazole are different drugs, they work in similar ways.

What is miconazole used for?

Miconazole is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing. Miconazole vaginal is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections. Miconazole vaginal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Is miconazole good for jock itch?

Miconazole has been shown to be effective for jock itch but has been marketed mostly for vaginal yeast infection in cream and vaginal suppository form. Topical antifungal treatment has few side effects, but the area may continue to be irritated for several days while healing occurs.

Can miconazole only be used topically?

Miconazole topical is for use only on the skin. Do not use this medicine on open wounds. Miconazole topical is not for use in the vagina or rectum. Wash your hands before and after using this medication, unless you are treating a skin condition on your hands.