Candifem Vaginal Tablet

Uses

Miconazole Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.
Ornidazole Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It is generally used in treatment of vaginal infections.

Side Effects

• Application site reactions (burning
• Burn
• Dryness
• irritation
• Irritation
• itching and redness)
• Stinging sensation

How it works

Miconazole Topical is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Ornidazole Topical is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better by damaging the DNA to kill the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections.

Faqs

Q. Can miconazole/ Monistat be used for conditions for BV (bacterial vaginosis), ring worms, and urinary tract infections?
Yes, miconazole can be used for BV (bacterial vaginosis). It is used for treatment and prevention of fungal infections of the oral cavity, ring worms and superinfections due to gram-positive bacteria. Miconazole can be taken in rare fungal infections of the urinary tract

Q. Does miconazole cause burning sensation?
Intake of Miconazole Topical may cause burning sensation on the skin and vaginal burning.

Q. Does miconazole cause dry skin?
Intake of Miconazole Topical does not cause dryness of the skin.

Q. Is miconazole safe for babies?
Yes, Miconazole Topical is safe for babies. It may be used in nappy rashes and oral fungal infections, as advised by the doctor. However, oral gel should not be used in infants < 4 months of age

Q. Is miconazole a steroid?
Miconazole Topical falls under the class of antifungal agents, it is an imidazole (organic compound) and not a steroid.

Q. Is miconazole same as ketoconazole?
Though Miconazole Topical and ketoconazole refers to antifungal medications, they are used for treating different fungal infections.

Q. Does miconazole work for yeast infections?
Miconazole Topical is used for oral and vaginal yeast infections.

Q. Is Ornidazole Topical same as metronidazole?
Ornidazole Topical and metronidazole are two different drugs belonging to the same class. However, they may have different indications. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use

Q. Is Ornidazole Topical carcinogenic?
There are no reports suggesting the potential of ornidazole to cause cancer.

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