Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream

If you forget to use a dose, use the next dose when needed. You should never use a double dose.

You should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Before you use Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream alongside other medications, you should consult with your doctor or pharmacist. Miconazole can interact with certain medications which may increase the risk of side effects or the medication not being as effective.

Most people using Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream will notice symptom improvement within a few days of starting treatment. However, complete resolution of fungal infections typically requires consistent application for the full recommended treatment duration, usually 2-4 weeks depending on the condition.

Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream is highly effective against athlete’s foot, as miconazole targets the fungi responsible for this common condition. For best results, clean and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream between the toes and on surrounding skin twice daily.

You can bathe or shower while using Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream, but for maximum effectiveness, time your application appropriately. Clean and thoroughly dry the affected area before applying the cream. After bathing, reapply Daktarin if the previous application was likely washed away.

For swimming, apply the cream after swimming and drying completely, as prolonged water exposure may reduce its effectiveness

Using Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream together with steroid creams requires caution and medical guidance.

Yes – Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream does have an expiration date. The date is stated on the label and carton after ‘Expiry’ and the medication should not be used after this date. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Daktarin 2% Cream is intended for fungal and some bacterial skin and nail infections, not vaginal thrush. For vaginal thrush, miconazole is available in pessary or internal cream forms designed specifically for that use. If you suspect thrush, speak to a pharmacist or GP to confirm the diagnosis and choose the most suitable treatment.

There are no special storage instructions for Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream, but it should not be stored above 25ºC and should be kept out of the sight and reach of children.

You should throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Instead, ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.

Yes! You can buy Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream online from trusted online doctor and pharmacies e-Surgery and e-Pharmacy.

When purchasing medicines online, look for the green GPhC logo on the website of the online pharmacy you are purchasing from. The GPhC website can be used to find out if the pharmacy is registered, making sure that the medication you are buying online is genuine.

If you require any additional information about Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream, there are plenty of reputable sources available such as the BNF.