"Mikozon" is an antifungal drug intended for external use. Such a drug is characterized by a high rate of effectiveness and low cost. It is worth noting that the instructions for use with the cream "Mykozon" contains all the necessary information. Therefore, before using the drug, you should carefully study it.
The composition of the drug
To understand how the drug works, it is worth studying its composition. Cream "Mikozon" contains:
- 20 mg of miconazole nitrate is an active substance;
- chlorocresol;
- purified water;
- disodium edetate;
- sodium hydrogen phosphate;
- white soft paraffin;
- cetomacrogol 1000;
- light paraffin in liquid form;
- propylene glycol;
- cetostearyl alcohol.
How does the drug work?
As the instructions for the use of Mikozon cream say, the drug has an antifungal effect. When using it, a decrease in ergosterol production is noted. In addition, not only the lipid composition of the cover changes, but also the permeability of the walls in tissue cells.
The drug is considered effective in combating the following pathogens:
- Candida yeast;
- gram-positive microorganisms (Staphylococcus spp., Steptococcus spp., Corynebacterium minutissium).
The antifungal foot cream "Mykozon" is able to get rid of diseases caused by the activity of dermatophytes such as Triphohyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton.
In what cases is appointed?
When is it worth to use “Mykozon” cream? Indications for the use of such a drug are as follows:
- systemic superficial mycosis - a disease caused by a parasitic variety of the fungus;
- versicolor;
- onychomycosis - a disease of the nail plates caused by a parasitic variety of the fungus that belongs to the class of imperfect fungi;
- fungal balanitis - inflammation of the glans penis caused by the activity of a pathogenic fungus;
- candidiasis of the skin;
- various infections resulting from the activity of gram-positive bacteria.
Cream "Mikozon": instructions for use
The drug is recommended to be applied to the affected areas 2 times a day, while performing accurate rubbing movements. Before using Mikozon cream in the treatment of mycosis and other diseases, it is worthwhile to thoroughly wash the problem area using soap with a neutral pH level, and then dry it well.
In some cases, doctors recommend applying an occlusive dressing, which completely blocks the access of oxygen to the affected area. Therapy should be carried out until all unpleasant symptoms disappear completely. After receiving a positive result, it is recommended to use the drug for several more days. This will prevent relapse.
In the process of treating mycosis and other fungal diseases, it is worthwhile to periodically perform mycological control. This requires a special analysis. It allows you to detect the presence of fungus and determine the duration of therapy. If the disease is not started, then 2-6 weeks are required for a full recovery.
As for such an ailment as onychomycosis, its therapy is carried out continuously. The course of treatment can last up to 3 months. Affected nail plates are recommended to be cut short. In order for the active components of the drug to penetrate better into the tissues, it is necessary to roughen the surface of the affected area. To do this, a damaged nail is filed with a nail file. This procedure will allow the cream "Mykozon" to penetrate deeper into the tissue.
Can it cause a side effect?
As described in the instructions for use, the cream "Mikozon" has a number of side effects. Among them are:
- contact dermatitis;
- an allergic reaction;
- rash and redness;
- burning.
With the withdrawal of the drug, all side effects disappear. There is no need to use additional drugs to eliminate them. It is worth noting that the antifungal foot cream "Mykozon" is not able to cause a condition that threatens the patient's life.
Are there any contraindications?
Like any medicine, the cream against the fungus "Mykozon" has contraindications. According to the instructions, such a drug is not recommended for use with:
- hypersensitivity to any component of the composition;
- liver and kidney failure;
- acute diseases of the skin, which are inflammatory in nature.
Can I combine with other drugs?
Studies have shown that the cream against the fungus "Mykozon" is able to enhance the effect of drugs that reduce blood coagulation. In addition, the drug is not recommended for use in combination with other hypoglycemic compounds that affect blood sugar. Their action is also enhanced.
Special instructions for the use of cream
It is not recommended to use Mikozon cream without expert advice, since the drug enhances the effect of certain substances. In addition, you should consider:
- Use the drug with caution in patients with diabetes.
- When applied topically, the drug is not absorbed. Therefore, it is allowed to be used for the treatment of fungal diseases of nails and skin of pregnant women, as well as young mothers during lactation.
- It is not recommended to apply the composition to the areas around the eyes. If it enters the mucous membrane of the organs of vision, the drug can cause serious consequences.
- When applying the drug to the feet, it is worthwhile to carefully treat the areas between the fingers.
- With caution, it is worth using the drug for the treatment of fungal diseases for children under 1 year old. An exception is the appointment of a doctor if the benefit of such therapy exceeds the possible harm.
- The drug is forbidden to apply to ulcers and open wounds.
- If the patient has severe fungal tissue lesions, it is recommended to use not only Mikozon cream for treatment, but also oral tablets.
It is worth considering that the drug "Mikozon" does not affect the reaction rate of patients. Therefore, when conducting therapy using this drug, it is allowed to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms.
Are overdose cases known?
If you use the drug "Mikozon" in doses significantly higher than those recommended by specialists, then conditions dangerous to human life do not arise.
With accidental use of the drug inside, unpleasant consequences such as:
- vomiting and nausea;
- anorexia;
- gastralgia;
- disturbances in the liver;
- allergic reactions to the skin;
- drowsiness;
- hallucinations;
- pollakiuria.
So far, no specific antidote has been identified. If the signs of poisoning described above occur, it is recommended to take activated charcoal (1 tablet per 10 kg of weight), and then carry out symptomatic therapy.
Are there any analogues?
Mikozon cream, if necessary, can be replaced with an analog. There are a large number of drugs with a similar composition and mechanism of action on the causative agents of fungal infections. Among them it is worth highlighting:
- Mycosolone.
- Infezol.
- "Dactarin."
- Gino-Dactarin, etc.
As for the cost, the tube of Mikozon cream, the volume of which is 15 g, can be purchased at pharmacies at a price of 120 to 150 rubles.
Completion
If within a week of the use of the medicinal product “Mikozon” a positive result does not occur, it is worth contacting specialists. In this case, therapy using this drug is discontinued, additional tests are performed.