Miconazole

Generic Name
Miconazole
Brand Names
Aloe Vesta Antifungal, Baza, Critic-aid Clear, Desenex, Fungoid, Inzo, Lagicam, Lotrimin AF, Micatin, Micro-guard, Monistat, Monistat 1 Day Ovule Combination Pack, Monistat 3 Day Ovule Combination Pack, Monistat 7 Combination Pack, Oravig, Rash Relief Antifungal, Remedy Antifungal, Tetterine, Tineacide Antifungal, Ting, Vagistat, Vagistat 3 Day Combination Pack, Vusion, Zeasorb
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C18H14Cl4N2O
CAS Number
22916-47-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
7NNO0D7S5M
Background

Miconazole is a broad-spectrum azole antifungal with some activity against Gram-positive bacteria as well. It is widely used to treat mucosal yeast infections, including both oral and vaginal infections; although intravenous miconazole is no longer available, a wide variety of suppositories, creams, gels, and tablet-based products are available. Miconazole i...

Indication

Miconazole is indicated for the local treatment of oropharyngeal candidiasis in adult patients and for the adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis complicated by candidiasis in immunocompetent patients aged four weeks and older. Miconazole is available as both a suppository and cream for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections and the relief of associate...

Associated Conditions
Acne Vulgaris, Dermatophytosis, Dermatophytosis of nail, Diaper Dermatitis, Excessive sweating and body odor, Fungal skin infection, Gastrointestinal candidiasis, Infection, Mixed, Infections, Fungal of the Skin Folds, Nail candida, Oropharyngeal Candidiasis, Pityriasis versicolor, Ringworm, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Skin candida, Tinea Capitis, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Pedis, Vaginal Candidiasis, Cutaneous candidiasis
Associated Therapies
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