Miconazole and zinc oxide topical
Generic name: miconazole and zinc oxide topical [ mye-KON-a-zole-and-ZINK-OX-ide-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: Rash Relief Antifungal, Vusion, Daktozin
Dosage forms: topical ointment (0.25%-15%); topical spray (2%-10%)
Drug class:Topical antifungals
What is miconazole and zinc oxide topical?
Miconazole and zinc oxide topical (for the skin) is a combination antifungal medicine that fights infections caused by fungus.
The ointment form is used to treat diaper rash with yeast infection (candidiasis) in children and babies who are at least 4 weeks old. Miconazole and zinc oxide topical ointment is for use only on diaper rash that has been diagnosed by a doctor.
The spray form is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), or ringworm (tinea corporis). Miconazole and zinc oxide topical spray is for use by adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Miconazole and zinc oxide topical should not be used to prevent diaper rash in either children or incontinent adults.
Miconazole and zinc oxide topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
miconazole and zinc oxide topical should not be used to prevent diaper rash.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to miconazole, zinc, dimethicone, mineral oil, petroleum, or lanolin.
Do not use the ointment form of this medicine on a child younger than 4 weeks old.
Ask a doctor before using the topical spray on a child younger than 2 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a weak immune system caused by disease or by using certain medicines.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
How should I use miconazole and zinc oxide topical?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor may perform lab tests to make sure you...
