Miconazole+chlorhexidine
About Miconazole+chlorhexidine
Miconazole+chlorhexidine belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-fungal/ anti-bacterial' used to treat different type of skin infections such as athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot), jock itch (ringworm of the groin), ringworm and seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaking skin or dandruff) and bacterial infections. Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Fungi can live in the air, soil, water and plants. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness and scaling of the skin. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.
Miconazole+chlorhexidine is composed of two medicines: Miconazole and Chlorhexidine. Miconazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. Chlorhexidine has both bactericidal (kills bacteria) as well as bacteriostatic (inhibits bacterial growth) properties that kill the bacteria by disrupting the cell wall.
Use Miconazole+chlorhexidine as suggested by the doctor. Miconazole+chlorhexidine may have common side effects that include itching, dryness, redness and burning sensation at the application site. Dryness, hair discolouration and abnormal hair texture are common side effects for the shampoo form.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Miconazole+chlorhexidine or any other medicine present in it. Avoid going near naked flames since Miconazole+chlorhexidine can cause fire easily while being treated with topical forms. Use of Miconazole+chlorhexidine is contraindicated in people with liver disease, diabetes, asthma, sulfite allergy, an autoimmune disorder, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases and heart problems (with prolonged QT wave of heartbeat), hence, inform your doctor before using Miconazole+chlorhexidine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Miconazole+chlorhexidine.
Uses of Miconazole+chlorhexidine
Medicinal Benefits
Miconazole is an antifungal and medication. It is used to treat various fungal infections, such as jock itch, athlete's foot, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on the face, scalp, chest, upper back, or ears), and pityriasis (a type of skin rash that causes scaly, discolored patches on chest, back, legs and arms). While Chlorhexidine helps to clear out the bacterial infection. It also prevents infection that may be caused by the injection, surgery and skin injury.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Miconazole+chlorhexidine
Dusting powder:
- Itching
- Dryness
- Redness
- Burning sensation at the application site on the skin
Shampoo:
- Dryness
- Hair discolouration
- Abnormal hair texture
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue. Fungal infections can be contagious and spread from one person to another.
Ringworm: Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape.
Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating.
Jock itch: A fungal infection in the skin of the genitals, inner thighs and buttocks.
Seborrheic dermatitis: Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that causes an itchy rash with dry, flaky scales on the skin that contains oil glands such as the scalp, face, back and upper chest.
Bacterial Infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
FAQs
Miconazole+chlorhexidine consists of Miconazole, an antifungal drug, stops fungi's growth by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane.
Miconazole+chlorhexidine is safe to use with doctor's advice for 2-4 weeks. Let your doctor know if your symptoms are not relieved by then or experience any side effects.
Miconazole+chlorhexidine is for topical (for skin) use only. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with cold water. Do not apply Miconazole+chlorhexidine on open wounds, lesions and blisters.
Please consult your doctor before using Miconazole+chlorhexidine if you have other skin infections, liver disease, asthma, sulphite allergy, an autoimmune disorder, diabetes, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases and heart problems (with prolonged QT wave of heartbeat). Let your doctor know if your allergic to Miconazole+chlorhexidine or any of its components.
You are required to maintain at least a three-hour gap after application of Miconazole+chlorhexidine if you are using more than one topical medicine.
It is advised not stop using Miconazole+chlorhexidine on your own even if the symptoms are relieved until your course advised by the doctor is finished.
Miconazole in Miconazole+chlorhexidine is a pregnancy category C drug and may be unsafe to use during pregnancy since it may have harmful effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Miconazole+chlorhexidine.
