2% Miconazole Nitrate Cream

Generic Name: 2% miconazole nitrate cream

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Private Label Antifungal Barrier Cream

Use and Directions Proven clinically effective in the treatment of most athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm (tinea sorporis). For the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by yeast (candida albicans). For effective relief of redness, irritation, scaling, itching, discomfort and burning. Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Apply a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily as directed by a doctor or health care professional.

Overview

Use and Directions Proven clinically effective in the treatment of most athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm (tinea sorporis). For the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by yeast (candida albicans). For effective relief of redness, irritation, scaling, itching, discomfort and burning. Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Apply a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily as directed by a doctor or health care professional.

Uses

Use and Directions Proven clinically effective in the treatment of most athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm (tinea sorporis). For the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by yeast (candida albicans). For effective relief of redness, irritation, scaling, itching, discomfort and burning. Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Apply a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily as directed by a doctor or health care professional. For athlete’s foot: pay special attention to spaces between the toes; wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, and change shoes and socks at least once daily. For athlete’s foot and ringworm, use daily for 4 weeks. For jock itch, use daily for 2 weeks. If condition persists longer, consult a doctor.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Not intended for ingestion. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes. For the treatment of athlete’s foot and ringworm: if irritation occurs or if there is no improvement within 4 weeks, discontinue use and consult a doctor. For the treatment of jock itch: if irritation occurs or there is no improvement within 2 weeks discontinue use and consult a doctor. Do not use for diaper rash. Keep out of the reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 2% Miconazole Nitrate Cream used for?

Use and Directions Proven clinically effective in the treatment of most athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm (tinea sorporis). For the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by yeast (candida albicans). For effective relief of redness, irritation, scaling, itching, discomfort and burning. Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Apply a thin layer of the product over affected area twice daily as directed by a doctor or health care professional. For athlete’s foot: pay special attention to spaces between the toes; wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, and change shoes and socks at least once daily. For athlete’s foot and ringworm, use daily for 4 weeks. For jock itch, use daily for 2 weeks. If condition persists longer, consult a doctor.

What are the important warnings for 2% Miconazole Nitrate Cream?

Warnings For external use only. Not intended for ingestion. Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes. For the treatment of athlete’s foot and ringworm: if irritation occurs or if there is no improvement within 4 weeks, discontinue use and consult a doctor. For the treatment of jock itch: if irritation occurs or there is no improvement within 2 weeks discontinue use and consult a doctor. Do not use for diaper rash. Keep out of the reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

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