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Femizol-M[OTC]

Brand Names

; Absorbine® Antifungal Foot Powder [OTC] ; Breezee® Mist Antifungal [OTC] ; Femizol-M®[OTC] ; Fungoid® Creme ; Fungoid® Tincture ; Lotrimin® AF Powder [OTC] ; Lotrimin® AF Spray Liquid [OTC] ; Lotrimin® AF Spray Powder [OTC] ; Maximum Strength Desenex® Antifungal Cream [OTC] ; Micatin® Topical [OTC] ; Mitrazol®[OTC] ; Monistat-Derm™ Topical ; Monistat™ Vaginal ; M-Zole® 7 Dual Pack [OTC] ; Ony-Clear® Spray ; Prescription Strength Desenex®[OTC] ; Zeasorb-AF® Powder [OTC]

Foreign Brand Names

; Aloid (Mexico) ; Daktarin (Mexico) ; Dermifun (Mexico) ; Fungiquim (Mexico) ; Gyno-Daktarin (Mexico) ; Gyno-Daktarin V (Mexico) ; Neomicol® (Mexico)

Therapeutic Categories

Antifungal Agent, Parenteral; Antifungal Agent, Topical; Antifungal Agent, Vaginal

What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?

• Miconazole intravaginal cream or suppository may increase warfarin's effect. May cause bleeding or bruising when used together.

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to another fungal antibiotic, miconazole, or any other part of the medicine.
• If you are taking cisapride.

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used for the treatment of fungus (yeast) infections. The infection can be on the skin, or in the vagina.

How does it work?

• Miconazole makes the skin of the fungus (yeast) leaky. This kills the fungus (yeast).

How is it best taken?

• Skin:
  • Do not take by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
  • Wash your hands before and after use.
  • Clean affected area before use.
  • Use a small amount over the area affected as a light film. Rub in gently.
  • Do not put coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) over the area unless told to do so by healthcare provider.
  • Spray or sprinkle powder over affected area.
• Vaginal:
  • Use tablet or cream vaginally.
  • Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
  • Wash hands before and after use.
• Use entire prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Use a missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Return to your regular schedule.
• Do not use a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
• Vaginal:
  • If you are taking warfarin, talk with healthcare provider. Could have increased bleeding or bruising when using the 2 medicines together.
  • Do not use if you have belly pain, fever, or bad-smelling discharge. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • Use sanitary napkin or pad to protect clothing. This medicine may stain.
  • Read information enclosed with product before use. Talk with healthcare provider if you have any questions.

What are the common side effects of this medicine?

• Skin:
  • Redness, burning, stinging, and itching.
• Vaginal:
  • Mild burning, irritation, or stinging.
  • Lower belly cramping or bloating.

What should I monitor?

• Vaginal and skin:
  • Number of fungus (yeast) infections. If these occur often, talk with healthcare provider.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Any rash.
• Skin:
  • Severe redness, stinging, blistering, peeling, swelling, or itching.
  • No improvement in condition after 28 days or feeling worse.
• Vaginal:
  • No improvement in 7 days or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

General statements

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).