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Antifungal Ringworm Treatment

MICONAZOLE NITRATE

Standard Dose

Directions Adults and children 12 years and over Wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying. for ringworm : apply a thin layer to the affected skin once daily (morning or night) for 1 week , or as directed by a doctor severe or persistent cases : use twice daily (morning and evening) for up to 2 weeks , or as directed by a doctor allow the product to fully dry on the skin before dressing wash hands after each use children under 12 years: ask a doctor.

Max Dose

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Primary Use

Uses effectively treats most of cases of ringworm (tinea corporis) and related fungal infections.

Summary

Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years and over Wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying. for ringworm : apply a thin layer to the affected skin once daily (morning or night) for 1 week , or as directed by a doctor severe or persistent cases : use twice daily (morning and evening) for up to 2 weeks , or as directed by a doctor allow the product to fully dry on the skin before dressing wash hands after each use children under 12 years: ask a doctor.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses effectively treats most of cases of ringworm (tinea corporis) and related fungal infections. helps relieve itching, redness, flaking, and irritation commonly associated with ringworm and similar skin conditions. Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years and over Wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying. for ringworm : apply a thin layer to the affected skin once daily (morning or night) for 1 week , or as directed by a doctor severe or persistent cases : use twice daily (morning and evening) for up to 2 weeks , or as directed by a doctor allow the product to fully dry on the skin before dressing wash hands after each use children under 12 years: ask a doctor. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use on nails or scalp in or near the mouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections When using this product . Do not get into the eyes. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if too much irritation occurs or gets worse. Keep out of reach of children . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

• Warnings For external use only Do not use on nails or scalp in or near the mouth or eyes for vaginal yeast infections When using this product .
• Do not get into the eyes.
• If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Stop use and ask a doctor if too much irritation occurs or gets worse.

Interaction Notes

• Review official label interaction section.