Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide
About
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is a dermatological combination medicine used to treat fungal skin infections and their symptoms, such as swelling/inflammation, itching and redness. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another).
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is a combination of two drugs, namely: Fluocinolone acetonide (corticosteroid) and Miconazole nitrate (antifungal). Fluocinolone acetonide belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by preventing the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. On the other hand, Miconazole nitrate belongs to the class of antifungals that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes thereby killing the fungi.
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is for external use only. Use Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide as advised by your doctor. You are advised to use Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry skin, skin peeling, increased hair growth, pimples, patches of pale skin, itching, irritation, or a burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide. Do not use Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in more than prescribed doses or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects such as skin thinning, small visible veins, or stretch marks. Avoid using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide for more than 5 days on the face. Do not apply Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide on open wounds, cuts, scrapes, or damaged skin. If you have rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), acne, perioral dermatitis (red, bumpy rash around the mouth), any skin infection, psoriasis, diabetes, liver or adrenal gland problems, inform your doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide.
Uses of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide
Medicinal Benefits
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide contains Fluocinolone acetonide and Miconazole nitrate used to reduce swelling, itching, and redness caused due to fungal skin infections. Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid that acts inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Miconazole nitrate is an antifungal that damages the fungal cell membranes which are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents and kill fungi. Thereby, Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide clears fungal infections and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide
- Dry skin
- Skin peeling
- Increased hair growth
- Pimples
- Patches of pale skin
- Itching, irritation or burning sensation at the site of application
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are known to be allergic to Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide. Do not use Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in more than prescribed doses, or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects such as skin thinning, visible small veins or stretch marks. Avoid using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide for more than 5 days on the face. Do not apply Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide on open wounds, cuts, scrapes or damaged skin. Do not swallow Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide. In case of accidental swallowing, contact a nearby poison control centre or consult a doctor immediately. If you have rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), acne, perioral dermatitis (red, bumpy rash around the mouth), any skin infection, psoriasis, diabetes, liver or adrenal gland problems, inform your doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking any herbal supplements, vitamins or OTC medicines.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), acne, perioral dermatitis (red, bumpy rash around the mouth), any skin infection, psoriasis, diabetes, liver or adrenal gland problems, inform your doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor. Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide while breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedMiconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionMiconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide should be used with caution in children above 1 year if prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, do not walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
- Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation, and redness.
FAQs
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide contains Fluocinolone acetonide and Miconazole nitrate. Fluocinolone acetonide works by preventing the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Miconazole nitrate damages the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents and kills fungi. Thereby, Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide clears fungal infections and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is not recommended to treat acne as it may worsen the condition. Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is only used to reduce itching, swelling and redness caused due to certain skin infections. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide should be used with caution in children above one year of age if prescribed by a doctor as Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide contains a steroid and may increase the risk of Cushing’s syndrome, HPA axis suppression (suppression of inflammatory and immune responses), adrenal insufficiency, delayed growth and weight gain. However, please consult a doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in children.
You are recommended to use Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 2 weeks of treatment with Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide, please consult a doctor.
Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide is not indicated to treat diaper rash or itching around the genital area as using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide under child’s nappy enables Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide to pass through the skin easily and causes adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before using Miconazole Nitrate+fluocinolone Acetonide in children.
Fungal infection is a contagious skin condition which spreads from one person to another through direct skin to skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil, surfaces or infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.
