Monistat Vaginal Cream (Miconazole Nitrate Vaginal Cream) Drug Overview and Uses for Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Athlete's foot is a common dermatitis of the webs of the toes and soles of the feet.
When caused by a fungus, athlete's foot may spread to the palm, groin, and body.
Fungal infections of the feet are contagious and can be spread person to person or by walking on contaminated objects and floors.
Athlete's foot may cause foot itching, burning, pain, and scaling.
When athlete's foot is caused by a fungus, it can be treated with antifungal medications, many of which are available over the counter.
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Athlete's foot is a very common skin condition that affects the sole of the foot and the skin between the toes. It is usually a scaly, red, itchy eruption and occasionally may be weepy and oozing. It affects the feet of ath...

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IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a summary and does not contain all possible information about this product. For complete information about this product or your specific health needs, ask your health care professional. Always seek the advice of your health care professional if you have any questions about this product or your medical condition. This information is not intended as individual medical advice and does not substitute for the knowledge and judgment of your health care professional. This information does not contain any assurances that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you.

MICONAZOLE NITRATE CREAM - VAGINAL

(mye-KON-a-zole NYE-trate)

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Monistat

USES: This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Miconazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection.

HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

If you are pregnant, follow your doctor's instructions on how to use the applicator to insert this medication.

Use the medication once daily, usually at bedtime or as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands before using the medication. This medication comes with an applicator (either prefilled or disposable). Follow the package instructions on how to fill the disposable applicator with the cream. Lie on your back with your knees toward your chest. Insert one applicator full of cream into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator all the way down to apply the cream. If you have itching/burning around the outside of the vagina (vulva), you should also apply some cream to that area. After use, discard the applicator and wash your hands.

Continue to use this medication every day for the full time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days or if your menstrual period starts. Stopping the medication too soon may allow the yeast infection to return. Do not use tampons or douches while using this medication. Unscented sanitary napkins may be used for your menstrual period or to protect your clothing from leakage of the medication.

Inform your doctor if your condition persists or returns 1 week after completing the treatment.