Miconazole 3

Miconazole is a medicine that fights fungus. It stops fungus from growing.

Miconazole 3 is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections.

Miconazole 3 may also be used for reasons not included in this medication guide.

If you are experiencing symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection for the first time, consult your doctor before using this medication.

If this is the first time you have symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection, talk to your doctor before using this medication.

You should not use Miconazole 3 if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it.

To ensure Miconazole 3 is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have:

• a fever,
• abdominal pain,
• foul-smelling discharge,
• diabetes, or
• HIV or AIDS.

Do not use Miconazole 3 without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects of Miconazole 3 may include:

• mild burning or itching;
• skin irritation around the vagina; or
• urinating more than usual.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take this medicine by mouth. It is for use only in your vagina.

Wash your hands before and after using Miconazole 3.

Insert the tablet, suppository, or cream into the vagina using the applicator as directed.

You can use a sanitary napkin to prevent the medication from staining your clothing but do not use a tampon.

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time, even during your menstrual period. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to Miconazole 3.

If the infection does not clear up after you have finished one course of therapy, or if it appears to get worse, see your doctor. You may have another type of infection.

If this medication gets in your eyes, rinse with water.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and only apply the next scheduled dose. Do not use a double dose of this medication.

An overdose of Miconazole 3 is unlikely. If you think that a much larger than normal dose has been used or that Miconazole 3 has been swallowed, contact an emergency room or a poison control center.

Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing (e.g., panty hose) that does not allow air to circulate. Wear loose-fitting clothing made of cotton and other natural fibers until the infection is healed.

Miconazole may damage a condom or diaphragm. Use another form of birth control while using Miconazole 3.

It is not likely that other drugs you take by mouth or inject will affect vaginally applied miconazole. However, many drugs can interact with each other. Inform all your health care providers about all the medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.