Topicazole2%

Indication

Skin and nail infections due to dermatophytes, yeasts and other fungi such as:, Tinea capitis, corporis, manuum, pedis, barbae, cruris, unguium or onych... View More

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Adult: Tinea cruris, corporis & cutaneous canidiasis: Apply to affected area BID for 2 weeks Tinea versicolor: Apply once daily ... View More

Child Dose

Tinea <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established >2 years: Apply BID for up to 1 month

Contraindication

History of sensitivity reactions to Miconazole or any of the components of the preparation.

Mode of Action

Miconazole inhibits ergosterol synthesis thus damaging fungal cell wall membrane and increases its permeability, allowing leakage of nutrients.

Precaution

For external use only. Avoid introduction into the eyes. Lactation: not known whether distributed into milk; use caution

Side Effect

Irritation,BurningmMaceration,Allergic contact dermatitis Irritation, burning, maceration, allergic contact dermatitis (all rare)

Interaction

May increase anticoagulant effect of warfarin. May increase or prolong the effect of the following drugs: Oral hypoglycaemics (e.g. sulfonylureas), phen... View More