About miconazole
Imidazole antifungal
Used for
- Treats oral thrush caused by susceptible fungi.
Usual adult dose
Oral thrush: 2.5 mL four times daily after meals, continued at least one week after symptoms clear.
Usual dose in children
Age 4 months and older: 1.25 mL four times daily after meals; continue at least one week after symptoms clear. Age-specific restrictions apply.
Common side effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Taste changes
- Dry mouth
- Allergic reactions, rarely severe
Important warnings
- Do not use in infants under 4 months or those with impaired swallowing reflex.
- Apply in small portions; avoid choking, especially in young children.
- Can cause serious interactions, including with warfarin.
- Keep treatment going as directed after symptoms improve.
Pregnancy
Absorption is low, but pregnancy safety information is limited; use only when clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
Low absorption makes exposure through milk unlikely; seek professional guidance before use.
Interactions
- Warfarin: may dangerously increase bleeding risk.
- Some diabetes medicines: may cause low blood sugar.
- Phenytoin and certain cholesterol medicines may have increased effects.
- Check all medicines with a pharmacist or prescriber before use.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.