What is Secura antifungal extra thick?
Secura antifungal extra thick is a medication that fights fungi. This medication stops fungus from developing on the skin.
Secura antifungal extra thick (for the skin) is utilized to treat skin ailments like athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, tinea versicolor (a fungus that turns the skin), and yeast infections on the skin.secura antifungal extra thick can be used for other purposes not covered in this medication guide.
Side effects of Secura antifungal extra thick
Contact a medical professional immediately. Get medical attention immediately if you notice symptoms or warning signs of an allergic response, such as hives, difficulty breathing, and swelling of your lips, face, and tongue.
Secura antifungal extra thick can result in serious side effects. Stop using secura antifungal thick and consult your physician immediately if you experience:
- Extreme redness, blisters, or irritation to the treated skin.
Common adverse consequences from secura antifungal extra thick could include:
- Itching, peeling, dry, and flaky skin.
While the chance of severe side-effects is minimal in the case of secura antifungal extra thick sprayed on the skin, adverse reactions can be experienced if the medication is absorbed into the bloodstream, such as:
- Dry mouth, sore tongue, tooth pain, and swollen or red gums
- Changed sense of taste
- Nausea, diarrhea,
- Headache.
This isn't an exhaustive list of all the side effects. Others could happen. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any side effects to the fda at 1-800-fda-1088.
Similar/related drugs
Nystatin topical, clotrimazole topical, ketoconazole topical, terbinafine topical, itraconazole, and miconazole topical
Warnings
Follow the instructions on the label of your medication and the package. Be sure to inform your healthcare professionals about your allergies, medical conditions, and all medications you take.
Prior to use this drug
It is not recommended to use secura antifungal extra thick in the event that you are allergic to miconazole.
Consult a physician or pharmacist to determine if it's safe to take this medication in case you suffer from any other medical issues, particularly:
- If you're using a blood thinner, such as warfarin, coumadin, or jantoven,
It isn't known if secura antifungal extra thick can cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not take this medicine without consulting a physician's advice.it's not clear if miconazole is absorbed into the breast milk or if it harms the nursing infant. Don't use this medication without seeking a doctor's guidance if you're breastfeeding infants.
How to take Secura antifungal extra thick?
Take exactly as indicated on the label or as recommended by your physician. Don't use in greater than smaller quantities or for longer than is recommended.do not take it by mouth. Secura antifungal extra thick is intended for application only on the skin. Don't use this medication on wounds that are open.secura antifungal extra thick is not suitable for use in the vagina or the rectum.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after taking the medication, unless you're treating a skin issue that affects your hands.dry and clean the area affected. Apply the lotion, cream spray, or powder at least twice a day according to directions for 2–4 weeks.don't cover the treated skin area unless the doctor recommends it. A thin cotton-gauze dressing can be used to shield the clothing.
Take this medicine for the entire duration of the prescription. Your symptoms may worsen before you know if the disease has been cleared completely. In addition, skipping doses could increase your chance of developing a new infection that is not able to be treated with antifungal medications.
Contact your doctor. If the infection doesn't go away in two months (or four weeks if it is athlete's foot) or if you notice that it is beginning to get worse,keep it at room temperature and far from heat and moisture. Make sure the tube is tightly sealed when it is not in use.
What happens if i miss the dose?
Do the missed dose when you remember. Do not take your missed dose if you are close to the time of the next dose.don't take any extra medicine to compensate for the dose you missed.
What happens if i overdose?
Get medical attention in an emergency or contact the poison help line toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Do not get this medication in your nose, eyes, or mouth.
Avoid wearing tight-fitting synthetic clothes that don't permit air flow. Wear loose-fitting clothes made of cotton or various natural fibers until inflammation is gone.
Interaction with other drugs
It's not likely that other drugs you consume by mouth or inject can affect miconazole that is applied topically. However, many medications can interact with each other. Inform your health professionals about any medications you take that include prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbs.
