Daktarin is useful for treating skin diseases caused by fungal infections, such as tinea versicolor, water fleas, ringworm, and candidiasis in the mouth.This drug is available in the form of powder, ointment, cream, and oral gel.
Daktarin contains the active ingredient miconazole 2%. This drug works by destroying the cell structure of the fungus and stopping the growth of the fungus. Daktarin powder, ointment, and cream are used to treat fungal infections of the skin, while Daktarin oral gel is used to treat yeast infections in the mouth (oral candidiasis).
What is Dactarine?
| Active Ingredients | Miconazole |
| group | antifungal |
| Category | Free medicine |
| Benefit | Overcoming diseases caused by fungal infections of the skin, such as tinea versicolor, water fleas, and ringworm, as well as fungal infections in the mouth. |
| Used by | Adults and children. |
| Daktarin for pregnant and lactating women | Category C:Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. The drug should only be used if the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. It is not known whether Daktarin is absorbed into breast milk or not. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor first. |
| Drug form | Powders, ointments, creams and gels. |
Precautions Before Using Daktarin
- Do not use Daktarin if you have a history of allergies to this drug and to azole antifungals, such as clotrimazole, and ketoconazole.
- Do not use Daktarin for children under 2 years of age without a doctor's advice.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking anticoagulant medicines, such as warfarin, or any other medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease and porphyria.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, nursing, or planning a pregnancy
- If an allergic reaction occurs after taking Daktarin, stop using the drug and see a doctor immediately.
Dosage and Instructions for Use of Daktarin
The dosage of Daktarin varies according to the dosage form used and the age of the patient. Here is the explanation:
Daktarin diaper cream and ointment
- Mature: Apply 2 times a day, for 2-6 weeks.
- Children: Apply 2 times a day, for 2-6 weeks.
Daktarin oral gel
- Adults and children over 2 years of age:2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoon), applied 4 times a day.
- Infants over 4 months of age and children under 2 years of age:1.25 ml (1/4 teaspoon), applied 4 times a day.
How to Use Daktarin Correctly
Follow the doctor's instructions or the information listed on the medicine package when using Daktarin. Use Daktarin according to the recommended dosage. Do not increase the dose without consulting your doctor first.
Wash and dry the infected skin area before applying Daktarin. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying the medicine, to prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body.
If you are using Daktarin oral gel to treat a yeast infection in the mouth, do not eat or drink for 30 minutes afterward. This is so that the drug is not washed away by the food and drink consumed.
Store Daktarin at room temperature, which is around 15-30⁰ Celsius. Avoid direct sunlight, humid environment, and keep out of reach of children.
Interactions of Daktarin with Other Drugs
Miconazole contained in Daktarin can cause interactions if used together with certain drugs. The interactions that can occur are:
- Increased risk of bleeding, if used with anticoagulant drugs, such as warfarin.
- Increased risk of side effects if oral hypoglycemic drugs and phenytoin are used.
- Increased risk of fatal side effects when used with HIV drugs, anticancer drugs, immune suppressants, alprazolam, methylprednisolone, sildenafil, carbamazepine and buspirone.
Side Effects and Dangers of Dactarine
Daktarin is a safe drug, as long as it is used according to the instructions for use. Even so, there is still the possibility of side effects such as redness and irritation of the skin after using Daktarin cream, ointment, or powder.
Meanwhile, the side effects that can arise due to the use of Daktarin oral gel are:
- Sour mouth (dysgeusia)
- dry mouth
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
Check with your doctor if you experience any of the above-mentioned complaints or have an allergic reaction to drugs, after using Daktarin.