Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2%

Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2% gives you an external treatment for fungal infections. It contains the active ingredient Miconazole and can be used for treating skin or nail infections caused by yeast and bacteria.

Topical treatment

• Hands and feet
• Scalp
• Outer ear
• Trunk
• Groin

How it works

Daktarin cream works by externally destroying fungi which cause infection. The effects may be seen within 10 days of use.

For lasting results, do not stop using the cream before the end of 10 days.

How to use Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2%:

Always use Daktarin cream exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Using the cream:

• Each tube of Daktarin cream is sealed. You will need to use the cap to pierce the seal
• Rub the cream gently into the affected area and surrounding skin with clean fingers
• Do not put Daktarin cream into or near the eyes - it is for use on the skin and nails only
• Do not swallow the cream

For skin infections:

• Use the cream twice a day - once in the morning and again at night

For nail infections:

• Use the cream once or twice a day. Your doctor will tell you which one

Personal hygiene:

• Unless the affected skin is on your hands, wash your hands with soap and water after using the cream. Washing your hands after using the cream will stop you spreading the infection to other parts of your body or to other people
• Do not allow other people to use your flannel or towel. This will stop them from getting your infection
• Clothing that touches infected skin should be washed and changed often. Daktarin cream is non-greasy and should not stain clothes

When to stop using Daktarin cream:

• Keep using the cream for 10 days after all signs of infection have gone away. This will stop the infection from coming back.

If you swallow Daktarin cream:

• If you swallow any cream, talk to a doctor or go to the nearest hospital casualty department straight away.

If you forget a dose:

• Do not apply the missed dose of cream. Apply the next dose of cream as usual and keep using the cream as your doctor has told you. Do not use a double dose of cream to make up for a missed dose

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Caution before using Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2%:

• Do not use Daktarin cream If you are allergic to anything in Daktarin cream.
• Do not use this medicine if the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Daktarin cream.

Taking other medicines

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines that you buy without a prescription or herbal medicines. In particular tell your doctor if you are taking:

• Medicines to thin the blood (anticoagulants) such as warfarin. Your doctor may check that the anticoagulant is working properly

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

• Please tell your doctor before using Daktarin cream if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or might become pregnant.  You may still be able to use Daktarin cream if your doctor thinks you need to.  Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Driving and using machines

• Daktarin cream is not likely to affect you being able to drive or use any tools or machines.

Important information about some of the ingredients of Daktarin cream

Daktarin cream contains benzoic acid (E210). This can irritate your eyes, eyelids, mouth and nostrils if it comes into contact with them. Daktarin cream also contains butylated hydroxyanisole (E320). This can cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis), or irritation to the eyes and mucous membranes.

Side Effects with Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2%:

Like all medicines, Daktarin cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Stop using Daktarin cream and tell your doctor straight away if you notice the following. You may need medical treatment.

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people):

• Sudden swelling of the face or throat. Hives (also known as nettle rash or urticaria), difficulty breathing, severe irritation, reddening or blistering of your skin. These may be signs of a severe allergic reaction

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following side effects:

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people):

• Burning sensation, itching, redness, or rash on the skin

Rare (affects less than 1 in 1,000 people):

• Local irritation of the treated area. This is much milder than an allergic reaction

If you get any of these side effects, or other side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist straight away.

Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2% - Like all medicines, Daktarin cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop using Daktarin cream and tell your doctor straight away if you notice the following. You may need medical treatment.

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people):

Sudden swelling of the face or throat. Hives (also known as nettle rash or urticaria), difficulty breathing, severe irritation, reddening or blistering of your skin. These may be signs of a severe allergic reaction

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following side effects:

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people):

Burning sensation, itching, redness, or rash on the skin

Rare (affects less than 1 in 1,000 people):

Local irritation of the treated area. This is much milder than an allergic reaction

If you get any of these side effects, or other side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist straight away.

Daktarin Cream Miconazole Nitrate 2% contains:

Miconazole nitrate 2 % w/w