About miconazole nitrate
Imidazole antifungal
Used for
- Treats vaginal yeast infections caused by Candida.
Usual adult dose
Insert one 100 mg suppository vaginally each night for 7 nights; follow the product leaflet.
Common side effects
- Vaginal burning, itching, or irritation
- Abdominal cramps
- Headache
Important warnings
- For vaginal use only; do not swallow.
- Seek medical assessment for fever, pelvic pain, foul-smelling discharge, or persistent symptoms.
- Oil-based suppositories may weaken latex condoms and diaphragms during treatment.
- Check with a clinician before use if symptoms are new or recurrent.
Pregnancy
Ask a healthcare professional before use. Vaginal miconazole is generally considered low risk, but applicator use may be discouraged.
Breastfeeding
Usually compatible; significant absorption into breast milk is unlikely.
Interactions
- Warfarin: vaginal miconazole may increase anticoagulant effects and bleeding risk.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.