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Miconazole Nitrate

Generic: Athletes Foot Powder Spray Talc Free

OTC
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Miconazole nitrate is a medication used to treat common skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch by relieving symptoms such as itching and burning. It works by stopping the growth of the fungi that cause these infections. You should wash and dry the affected area, then spray a thin layer of the medication on it twice a day, in the morning and at night. For athlete's foot and ringworm, use it daily for four weeks, and for jock itch, use it for two weeks; if you don't see improvement in that time, consult a doctor. Remember, this medication is for external use only, so keep it away from your eyes and mouth, and do not use it near heat or flames.
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Uses

  • athlete's foot. ringworm. jock itch.
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Dosage

Wash and dry the affected area thoroughly.
Shake the can well and spray a thin layer over the affected area twice daily (morning and night).
Use daily for 4 weeks for athlete's foot and ringworm.
Use daily for 2 weeks for jock itch.
If conditions persist, consult a doctor.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

Irritation may occurNo improvement within 4 weeks for athlete's foot and ringwormNo improvement within 2 weeks for jock itch
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • For external use only.
  • Flammable: Do not use while smoking or near heat or flame.
  • Do not puncture or incinerate.
  • Contents under pressure; do not store above 120ºF.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Do not use on children under 2 years of age unless directed by a doctor.

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).