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Medication Safety Issues

Sound-alike/look-alike issues:

Miconazole may be confused with Micronase®, Micronor®

Lotrimin® may be confused with Lotrisone®, Otrivin®

Micatin® may be confused with Miacalcin®

Pronunciation

(mi KON a zole)

U.S. Brand Names

  • Aloe Vesta® Antifungal [OTC]
  • Baza® Antifungal [OTC]
  • Carrington Antifungal [OTC]
  • Critic-Aid® Clear AF [OTC]
  • DermaFungal [OTC]
  • Dermagran® AF [OTC]
  • DiabetAid™ Antifungal Foot Bath [OTC]
  • Fungoid® [OTC]
  • Lotrimin AF® [OTC]
  • Micaderm® [OTC]
  • Micatin® [OTC]
  • Micro-Guard® [OTC]
  • Miranel AF™ [OTC]
  • Mitrazol™ [OTC]
  • Monistat® 1 [OTC]
  • Monistat® 3 [OTC]
  • Monistat® 7 [OTC]
  • Neosporin® AF [OTC]
  • Podactin Cream [OTC]
  • Secura® Antifungal Extra Thick [OTC]
  • Secura® Antifungal Greaseless [OTC]
  • Zeasorb®-AF [OTC]

Index Terms

  • Miconazole Nitrate

Generic Available

Yes

Canadian Brand Names

  • Dermazole
  • Micatin®
  • Micozole
  • Monistat®
  • Monistat® 3

Pharmacologic Category

  • Antifungal Agent, Topical
  • Antifungal Agent, Vaginal

Pharmacologic Category Synonyms

  • Topical Antifungal Agent
  • Vaginal Antifungal Agent

Use: Labeled Indications

Treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis and a variety of skin and mucous membrane fungal infections

Pregnancy Risk Factor

C

Lactation

Excretion in breast milk unknown/use caution

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to miconazole or any component of the formulation

Warnings/Precautions

Concerns related to adverse effects:

• Irritation: Discontinue if sensitivity or irritation occurs.

Special populations:

• Pediatrics: Topical products are not for self-medication (OTC use) in children <2 years of age; vaginal products are not for OTC use in children <12 years of age.

Dosage form specific issues:

• Fungoid® tincture: Patients with diabetes, circulatory problems, renal or hepatic dysfunction should contact healthcare provider prior to self-medication (OTC use).

• Petrolatum-based: Vaginal products are petrolatum-based and may damage rubber or latex condoms or diaphragms; separate use by 3 days.

• Vaginal products: Consult with healthcare provider prior to self-medication (OTC use) if experiencing vaginal itching/discomfort, lower abdominal pain, back or shoulder pain, chills, nausea, vomiting, foul-smelling discharge, if this is the first vaginal yeast infection, or if exposed to HIV. Contact healthcare provider if symptoms do not begin to improve after 3 days or last longer than 7 days. May damage condoms or diaphragms.

Other warnings/precautions:

• Appropriate use: For topical use only; avoid contact with eyes.

Adverse Reactions

Frequency not defined.

Topical: Allergic contact dermatitis, burning, maceration

Vaginal: Abdominal cramps, burning, irritation, itching

Metabolism/Transport Effects

Substrate of CYP3A4 (major); Inhibits CYP1A2 (moderate), 2A6 (strong), 2B6 (weak), 2C9 (strong), 2C19 (strong), 2D6 (strong), 2E1 (moderate), 3A4 (strong)

Drug Interactions

Alfentanil: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Alfentanil. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Alfuzosin: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Alfuzosin. Risk X: Avoid combination

Almotriptan: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Almotriptan. Management: Limit initial almotriptan dose to 6.25mg and maximum dose to 12.5mg/24-hrs when used with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Avoid concurrent use in patients with impaired hepatic or renal function. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Alosetron: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Alosetron. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Amphotericin B: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Amphotericin B. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Aprepitant: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Aprepitant. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Atomoxetine: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Atomoxetine. Management: Initiate atomoxetine at a reduced dose (patients up to 70kg: 0.5mg/kg/day; patients 70kg or more: 40mg/day) in patients receiving a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Benzodiazepines (metabolized by oxidation): Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Benzodiazepines (metabolized by oxidation). Exceptions: Quazepam. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Bosentan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Bosentan. Risk C: Monitor therapy

BusPIRone: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of BusPIRone. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Busulfan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Busulfan. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Calcium Channel Blockers: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Calcium Channel Blockers. Exceptions: Clevidipine. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CarBAMazepine: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of CarBAMazepine. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Carvedilol: CYP2C9 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Carvedilol. Specifically, concentrations of the S-carvedilol enantiomer may be increased. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Ciclesonide: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Ciclesonide. Specifically, concentrations of the active des-ciclesonide metabolite may be increased. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Cilostazol: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Cilostazol. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Cinacalcet: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Cinacalcet. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Cisapride: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Cisapride. Risk X: Avoid combination

Clopidogrel: CYP2C19 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease serum concentrations of the active metabolite(s) of Clopidogrel. Risk X: Avoid combination

Codeine: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may diminish the therapeutic effect of Codeine. These CYP2D6 inhibitors may prevent the metabolic conversion of codeine to its active metabolite morphine. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Colchicine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Colchicine. Management: Colchicine is contraindicated in patients with impaired renal or hepatic function who are also receiving a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. In those with normal renal and hepatic function, reduce colchicine dose as directed. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Conivaptan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Conivaptan. Risk X: Avoid combination

Corticosteroids (Orally Inhaled): Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Corticosteroids (Orally Inhaled). Exceptions: Beclomethasone; Flunisolide; Triamcinolone. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Corticosteroids (Systemic): Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Corticosteroids (Systemic). Risk C: Monitor therapy

CycloSPORINE: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of CycloSPORINE. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP1A2 Substrates: CYP1A2 Inhibitors (Moderate) may decrease the metabolism of CYP1A2 Substrates. Risk C: Monitor therapy

CYP2A6 Substrates: CYP2A6 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2A6 Substrates. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP2B6 Substrates: CYP2B6 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2B6 Substrates. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP2C19 Substrates: CYP2C19 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2C19 Substrates. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP2C9 Substrates (High risk): CYP2C9 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2C9 Substrates (High risk). Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP2D6 Substrates: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2D6 Substrates. Exceptions: Tamoxifen. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

CYP2E1 Substrates: CYP2E1 Inhibitors (Moderate) may decrease the metabolism of CYP2E1 Substrates. Risk C: Monitor therapy

CYP3A4 Inducers (Strong): May increase the metabolism of CYP3A4 Substrates. Risk C: Monitor therapy

CYP3A4 Substrates: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 Substrates. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Deferasirox: May decrease the serum concentration of CYP3A4 Substrates. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Docetaxel: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Docetaxel. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Dofetilide: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Dofetilide. Risk X: Avoid combination

Dronedarone: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Dronedarone. Risk X: Avoid combination

Dutasteride: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Dutasteride. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Eletriptan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Eletriptan. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Eplerenone: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Eplerenone. Risk X: Avoid combination

Eplerenone: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Eplerenone. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Erlotinib: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Erlotinib. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Eszopiclone: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Eszopiclone. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Everolimus: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Everolimus. Risk X: Avoid combination

FentaNYL: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of FentaNYL. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Fesoterodine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase serum concentrations of the active metabolite(s) of Fesoterodine. Management: Avoid fesoterodine doses greater than 4mg daily in patients who are also receiving strong CYP3A4 inhibitors. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Fosaprepitant: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Fosaprepitant. Specifically, concentrations of aprepitant are likely to be increased. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Gefitinib: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Gefitinib. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Halofantrine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Halofantrine. Risk X: Avoid combination

Herbs (CYP3A4 Inducers): May increase the metabolism of CYP3A4 Substrates. Risk C: Monitor therapy

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors. Exceptions: Fluvastatin; Rosuvastatin. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Imatinib: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Imatinib. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Irinotecan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Irinotecan. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Ixabepilone: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Ixabepilone. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Losartan: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Losartan. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Macrolide Antibiotics: May decrease the metabolism of Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic). Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Macrolide Antibiotics. Exceptions: Azithromycin; Dirithromycin [Off Market]; Spiramycin. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Maraviroc: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Maraviroc. Management: When used with a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, the adult dose of maraviroc should be decreased to 150 mg twice daily. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Methadone: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Methadone. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Nebivolol: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Nebivolol. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Nilotinib: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Nilotinib. Risk X: Avoid combination

Nisoldipine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Nisoldipine. Risk X: Avoid combination

Paricalcitol: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Paricalcitol. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Phosphodiesterase 5 Inhibitors: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Phosphodiesterase 5 Inhibitors. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Pimecrolimus: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of Pimecrolimus. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Pimozide: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Pimozide. Risk X: Avoid combination

Prasugrel: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease serum concentrations of the active metabolite(s) of Prasugrel. Risk C: Monitor therapy

QuiNIDine: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of QuiNIDine. Management: Itraconazole, voriconazole, and posaconazole are specifically contraindicated with quinidine. Use of quinidine with any azole antifungal may require quinidine dose adjustment and should be done with caution and close monitoring. Risk X: Avoid combination

Ramelteon: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Ramelteon. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Ranolazine: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Ranolazine. Risk X: Avoid combination

Ranolazine: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Ranolazine. Risk X: Avoid combination

Repaglinide: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Repaglinide. Management: Concurrent use of an azole antifungal with both repaglinide and gemfibrozil should be avoided. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Rivaroxaban: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Rivaroxaban. Risk X: Avoid combination

Saccharomyces boulardii: Antifungal Agents may diminish the therapeutic effect of Saccharomyces boulardii. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Salmeterol: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Salmeterol. Risk X: Avoid combination

Saxagliptin: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Saxagliptin. Management: Limit saxagliptin dosage to 2.5 mg/day and monitor for increased saxagliptin levels/effects (e.g., hypoglycemia) with concomitant use of a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Monitor for decreased saxagliptin levels/effects if discontinuing CYP3A4 inhibitor. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Silodosin: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Silodosin. Risk X: Avoid combination

Sirolimus: Miconazole may increase the serum concentration of Sirolimus. Management: Sirolimus dose adjustments will likely be needed when starting or stopping therapy with any azole antifungal. Clinical data suggest sirolimus dose reductions of 50-90% will be needed when starting an azole antifungal, but specific guidelines are lacking. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Solifenacin: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Solifenacin. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Sorafenib: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Sorafenib. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Sunitinib: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Sunitinib. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Tadalafil: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Tadalafil. Management: Erectile dysfunction: tadalafil max = 2.5 mg/day (daily use) or 10 mg/72 hrs (as needed use). Avoid use of tadalafil for treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension in patients also receiving a strong CYP3A4 inhibitor. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Tamoxifen: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may decrease the metabolism of Tamoxifen. Specifically, strong CYP2D6 inhibitors may decrease the formation of highly potent active metabolites. Risk X: Avoid combination

Temsirolimus: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Temsirolimus. Concentrations of the active metabolite, sirolimus, are likely to be increased more substantially than those of the parent temsirolimus. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Tetrabenazine: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Tetrabenazine. Specifically, concentrations of the active alpha- and beta-dihydrotetrabenazine metabolites may be increased. Management: Tetrabenazine dose should be reduced by 50% when starting a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor. Maximum tetrabenazine dose is 50mg/day when used with a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Thioridazine: CYP2D6 Inhibitors may decrease the metabolism of Thioridazine. Risk X: Avoid combination

Tolterodine: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Tolterodine. This is likely only of concern in CYP2D6-deficient patients (ie, "poor metabolizers") Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Tolvaptan: CYP3A4 Inhibitors (Strong) may increase the serum concentration of Tolvaptan. Risk X: Avoid combination

TraMADol: CYP2D6 Inhibitors (Strong) may diminish the therapeutic effect of TraMADol. These CYP2D6 inhibitors may prevent the metabolic conversion of tramadol to its active metabolite that accounts for much of its opioid-like effects. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Trimetrexate: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may increase the serum concentration of Trimetrexate. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Vitamin K Antagonists (eg, warfarin): Miconazole may increase the serum concentration of Vitamin K Antagonists. Risk D: Consider therapy modification

Ziprasidone: Antifungal Agents (Azole Derivatives, Systemic) may decrease the metabolism of Ziprasidone. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Ethanol/Nutrition/Herb Interactions

Herb/Nutraceutical: St John's wort may decrease miconazole levels.

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits biosynthesis of ergosterol, damaging the fungal cell wall membrane, which increases permeability causing leaking of nutrients

Pharmacodynamics/Kinetics

Absorption: Topical: Negligible

Distribution: Widely to body tissues; penetrates well into inflamed joints, vitreous humor of eye, and peritoneal cavity, but poorly into saliva and sputum; crosses blood-brain barrier but only to a small extent

Protein binding: 91% to 93%

Metabolism: Hepatic

Half-life elimination: Multiphasic: Initial: 40 minutes; Secondary: 126 minutes; Terminal: 24 hours

Excretion: Feces (~50%); urine (<1% as unchanged drug)

Dosage

Topical: Children and Adults: Note: Not for OTC use in children <2 years:

Tinea corporis: Apply twice daily for 4 weeks

Tinea pedis: Apply twice daily for 4 weeks

Effervescent tablet: Dissolve 1 tablet in ~1 gallon of water; soak feet for 15-30 minutes; pat dry

Tinea cruris: Apply twice daily for 2 weeks

Vaginal: Children ?12 years and Adults: Vulvovaginal candidiasis:

Cream, 2%: Insert 1 applicatorful at bedtime for 7 days

Cream, 4%: Insert 1 applicatorful at bedtime for 3 days

Suppository, 100 mg: Insert 1 suppository at bedtime for 7 days

Suppository, 200 mg: Insert 1 suppository at bedtime for 3 days

Suppository, 1200 mg: Insert 1 suppository (a one-time dose); may be used at bedtime or during the day

Note: Many products are available as a combination pack, with a suppository for vaginal instillation and cream to relieve external symptoms. External cream may be used twice daily, as needed, for up to 7 days.

Patient Education

Inform prescriber of all prescriptions, OTC medications, or herbal products you are taking, and any allergies you have. Do not take any new medication during therapy. Use full course of therapy as directed; do not discontinue without consulting prescriber. Some infections may require long periods of therapy. Practice good hygiene measures to prevent reinfection. If you have diabetes, you should test serum glucose regularly - this medication may inhibit the metabolism of oral sulfonylureas. Report persistent burning, itching, or irritation to healthcare provider. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to become pregnant. Consult prescriber if breast-feeding.

Topical: Wash and dry area before applying medication; apply thinly. Do not get in or near eyes. Not for OTC use in children <2 years of age.

Vaginal: Consult with healthcare provider if using for a vaginal yeast infection for the first time. Insert high in vagina. Refrain from intercourse during treatment. Condoms and diaphragms may not be effective during therapy. Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products during treatment. Deodorant-free pads or panty shields may be used to protect clothing during use.

Geriatric Considerations

No specific data for the elderly; use does not require alteration in dose or dose intervals. Assess patient's ability to self administer, may be difficult in patients with arthritis or limited range of motion.

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions

No information available to require special precautions

Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status

None reported

Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment

None reported

Nursing: Physical Assessment/Monitoring

Assess potential for interactions with other prescriptions, OTC medications, or herbal products patient may be taking. Caution patients with diabetes to test serum glucose regularly; may inhibit the metabolism of oral sulfonylureas. Teach patient proper use, possible side effects/appropriate interventions (eg, bleeding precautions), and adverse symptoms to report.

Dosage Forms

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product

Aerosol, topical, as nitrate:

Micatin®: 2% (90 g)

Micatin®: 2% (105 mL) [contains benzyl alcohol]

Neosporin® AF: 2% (105 mL)

Aerosol, topical, as nitrate [powder]:

Micatin®: 2% (90 g)

Neosporin® AF: 2% (85 g)

Combination package, topical/vaginal, as nitrate: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); cream, vaginal 4% (3 x 5 g); cream, topical 2% (9 g); suppository, vaginal 200 mg (3s)

Monistat® 1: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); insert, vaginal 1200 mg (1) [contains benzoic acid (in cream), soya lecethin (in insert)]

Monistat® 1 Day or Night: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); insert, vaginal 1200 mg (1) [contains benzoic acid (in cream), mineral oil (in insert), soya lecithin (in insert)]

Monistat® 3: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); insert, vaginal 200 mg (3)

Monistat® 3: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); cream, vaginal 4% (25 g); cream, topical 2% (9 g); cream, vaginal 4% (3 x 5 g) [contains benzoic acid; vaginal cream 200 mg/applicator]

Monistat® 7: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); suppository, vaginal 100 mg (7s) [contains benzoic acid (in cream)] [DSC]

Monistat® 7: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); cream, vaginal 2% (45 g); cream, topical 2% (9 g); cream, vaginal 2% (7 x 5 g) [contains benzoic acid]

Monistat® 7: Cream, topical 2% (9 g); suppository, vaginal 100 mg (7) [contains benzoic acid (in cream)]

Cream, topical, as nitrate: 2% (15 g, 30 g, 45 g)

Baza® Antifungal: 2% (4 g, 57 g, 142 g) [zinc oxide-based formula]

Carrington Antifungal: 2% (150 g)

Micaderm®, Podactin: 2% (30 g)

Micatin®: 2% (14 g) [contains benzoic acid]

Micro-Guard®, Mitrazol™: 2% (60 g)

Miranel AF™: 2% (14 g) [contains benzoic acid]

Neosporin® AF: 2% (14 g) [contains benzoic acid]

Secura® Antifungal Extra Thick: 2% (97.5 g) [contains zinc oxide]

Secura® Antifungal Greaseless: 2% (60 g)

Cream, vaginal, as nitrate [prefilled or refillable applicator]: 2% (45 g)

Monistat® 3: 4% (15 g, 25 g) [contains benzoic acid; 200 mg/applicator]

Monistat® 7: 2% (45 g) [contains benzoic acid; 100 mg/applicator]

Gel, topical, as nitrate:

Zeasorb®-AF: 2% (24 g)

Lotion, powder, as nitrate:

Zeasorb®-AF: 2% (56 g) [contains alcohol 36%] [DSC]

Ointment, topical, as nitrate:

Aloe Vesta® Antifungal: 2% (60 g, 150 g) [contains aloe]

Critic-Aid® Clear AF: 2% (4 g, 57 g, 142 g)

DermaFungal: 2% (120 g)

Dermagran® AF: (120 g) [zinc oxide-based formula]

Powder, topical, as nitrate:

Lotrimin AF®: 2% (90 g)

Micro-Guard®: 2% (90 g)

Mitrazol™: 2% (30 g)

Zeasorb®-AF: 2% (70 g)

Suppository, vaginal, as nitrate: 100 mg (7s); 200 mg (3s)

Tablet, for solution, topical, as nitrate [effervescent]:

DiabetAid™ Antifungal Foot Bath: 2% (10s)

Tincture, topical, as nitrate: 2% (30 mL, 473 mL)

Fungoid®: 2% (30 mL, 473 mL) [contains isopropyl alcohol 30%; 30 mL size also available in a treatment kit which contains nail scrub and nail brush]

Pricing: U.S. (www.drugstore.com)

Cream (Miconazole Nitrate)

2% (28): $12.99

Cream (Monistat-Derm)

2% (15): $24.99

2% (28.35): $41.99

Powder (Zeasorb-AF)

2% (70): $14.99

Solution (Fungoid Tincture)

2% (29.57): $29.99

Suppository (Miconazole 3)

200 mg (3): $38.45

Suppository (Monistat 3)

200 mg (3): $52.99

References

Coulthard K, Martin J, and Matthews N, “Convulsions After Miconazole Overdose,” Med J Aust, 1987, 146(1):57-8.

Fainstein V and Bodey GP, “Cardiorespiratory Toxicity Due to Miconazole,” Ann Intern Med, 1980, 93:432-3.

Kanarek KS and Williams PR, “Toxicity of Intravenous Miconazole Overdosage in a Preterm Infant,” Pediatr Infect Dis, 1986, 5(4):486-8.

International Brand Names

  • Albistat (LU)
  • Aloid (MX)
  • Andergin (IT)
  • Antifungal (TW)
  • Becarin (MY)
  • Brentan (DK)
  • Candiplas (TW)
  • Candizol (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Candizol oral (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Dacta Oral Gel (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Dacta Topical Gel (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Daktar (DE, LU, NO, SE)
  • Daktarin (AR, AT, AU, BB, BD, BE, BF, BG, BJ, BM, BR, BS, BZ, CH, CI, CL, CN, CO, CZ, EC, EE, ES, ET, FI, FR, GB, GH, GM, GN, GR, GY, HK, HR, ID, IE, IL, IN, IT, JM, JP, KE, KP, LR, LU, MA, ML, MR, MU, MW, MX, MY, NE, NG, NL, PE, PH, PK, PL, PT, PY, RU, SC, SD, SG, SL, SN, SR, TH, TN, TT, TW, TZ, UG, UY, VE, ZA, ZM, ZW)
  • Daktazol (ID)
  • De-Ol (PH)
  • Decozol (SG)
  • Deralbine (AR)
  • Derma-Mycotral (DE)
  • Dermon (MY, TH)
  • Dermonistat (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Diamifan (CN)
  • Fungares (ID)
  • Fungi-M (TH)
  • Fungo Powder (AU)
  • Fungos (CN)
  • Fungtopic (PH)
  • Gyno-Daktar (DE)
  • Gyno-Daktarin (AE, AT, BD, BE, BG, BH, BR, CL, CO, CY, CZ, EE, EG, FI, FR, GB, HK, HR, ID, IE, IL, IN, IQ, IR, JO, JP, KP, KW, LB, LU, LY, MX, MY, OM, PH, PK, PL, PT, QA, RU, SA, SG, SY, TH, TW, YE, ZA)
  • Gyno-Femidazol (PL)
  • Gynospor (ZA)
  • Hipo Femme (MX)
  • Huma-Miconazole (HN)
  • Loramyc (FR, GB)
  • Lotrimin AF (MX)
  • Medacter (GR)
  • Micatin (EC)
  • Miconal (IT, PL)
  • Miconazol (MX)
  • Micotef (IT)
  • Micreme (NZ)
  • Mikonazol (PL)
  • Mikozal (EC)
  • Minaza (TH)
  • Minazol (SG)
  • Miracol (CO)
  • Moladerm (ID)
  • Mycoban (SG)
  • Mycoheal Cream (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Mycoheal Oral Gel (AE, BH, CY, EG, IL, IQ, IR, JO, KW, LB, LY, OM, QA, SA, SY, YE)
  • Mysocort (TH)
  • Nacomic (MX)
  • Neomicol (CR, DO, GT, HN, MX, NI, PA, SV)
  • Nilozanoc (ID)
  • Noxraxin (TH)
  • Pitrion (IL)
  • Podakrin (TW)
  • Ranozol (TH)
  • Resolve (SG)
  • Resolve Thrush (AU, MY, SG)
  • Resolve Tinea (MY, SG)
  • Rojazol (HR)
  • Skindure (TH)
  • Tara (TH)
  • Tinazol (MY)
  • Zolagel (ID)
  • Zole (IN)

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