What is Micro-Guard?
antifungal medicine Micro-Guard. The medicine stops fungus from growing on the skin. The skin infection Micro-Guard is effective in treating athletes foot jock itch, ringworm, tinea versicolor, and yeast infections. This medication guide does not list all uses for Micro-Guard.
Side effects of Micro-Guard
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergy reaction: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling in lips, face, throat or tongue and difficulty swallowing or drinking, medical assistance should be sought immediately.
The side effects of MicroGuard can be serious. If you experience:
- Severe blistering, irritation, and redness of the treated skin.
Micro-guard can cause the following side effects:
- Itching or peeling skin.
The risk of side effects when applying micro-guard to your skin is very low. However, if you allow the medication to enter your bloodstream, there are some side effects that can happen, such as:
- Sore or dry tongue pain in the teeth html2_ reddened gums
- A changed sense of taste
- Nausea, diarrhea;
- Headache.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Report any adverse reactions by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your doctor of any allergies or medical conditions you are suffering from as well as which medicines you're currently using.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to micronazole, then Micro-Guard is not for you.
If you are suffering from any other health conditions or symptoms, you should consult your doctor before using this medication.
- If you take blood thinners like Warfarin, Coumadin or Jantoven.
Micro-Guard is unknown to cause harm to an unborn child. If you're pregnant, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. There is no way to know if miconazole topically passes through breast milk or if it can harm nursing babies. If you're breastfeeding a child, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.
How to take Micro-Guard?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it. Micro-Guard should not be taken by mouth. Only use Micro-Guard on the skin. This medicine should not be used on an open wound. Use Micro-Guard only in the rectum or vagina. You should wash your hands both before and after you use this medicine, unless it is to treat a condition of your skin on your hand. Apply the cream, lotion, spray, or powder as directed. Use the lotion, cream, spray, or powder as directed, twice a day, for two to four weeks. Cover the skin only if your doctor says so. To protect your clothing, you can use a light cotton-gauze bandage. Your antifungal medication must be taken as prescribed to ensure its full effectiveness, or else symptoms could resurface before your infection has completely cleared up. Skipping doses increases the risk of secondary infections resistant to antifungal medication and could increase its likelihood. If the infection doesn't clear in two weeks (or four weeks for athletes feet) or appears to be getting worse, call your doctor. Keep the tube at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. When not in use, keep the tube closed tightly.
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as possible, apply the missed dose. If your next dose is nearing, skip any missed dosage. You should not take extra medication to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 immediately if you suspect poison ingestion, or seek immediate medical care.
What should be avoided?
Do not get this medicine in your nose, eyes, or mouth. Wear loose-fitting clothing made of cotton or other natural fibers. Wear cotton or other natural fabrics that are loose-fitting until the infection has healed.
Interaction with other drug
Miconazole applied topically is unlikely to be affected by other medications you may take orally or those that are injected. Many drugs interact. Inform all healthcare providers of all of your medications, both prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies that you take.
