Monday, 7 April 2014

Miconazole Nitrate: A Guide To Uses And Procedures

By Adah Determan


Miconazole nitrate is one of first lines of defence towards any kind of fungal infection and it is very, very effective. Fungal infections are very common during the rainy season but thankfully, catching them early means that you can treat them quickly as well. Miconazole nitrate 2 % antifungal cream is readily available in several formulations and to help you out, we've created a short guide that should prove helpful.

Chemistry The chemical compound works by preventing the formation of ergosterol. Ergosterol is critically important to the normal functioning of a fungal cell. The compound contributes to the formation of a healthy cell membrane of a cell. The compound prevents the formation of the covering membrane and weakens the cell making it delicate and friable. Cell membranes are vitally important as they form the first defence barrier for the fungal cells. If the cell membrane is delicate, the fungal cells are susceptible to attacks from almost any predator.

Harmful Effects- While miconazole nitrate side effects are not common, every medicine and chemical you will ever be exposed to has its side effects. You may experience mild skin irritation as well as slight burning sensations with this cream. In comparison to other topical creams, Miconazole has been thought to be the safest. With other compounds such as terbinafine, there are minor reactions when mixed together. This also goes for anti-coagulants (blood thinners) statins and psychotic medications. Always be sure to check with your doctor before self-diagnosing and using it as it can harm your health.

You may also have to use secondary antifungal measures like increased exercise, improved diet and lifestyle changes to control existing medical conditions. For example, diabetes can contribute to regular fungal infections. Your doctor may increase your ant diabetic medication to bring your health and blood sugar under control to indirectly control the fungal infection as well.

Most users see results after roughly 2 weeks of use; however, it is important to continue using it for at least 10 days after the symptoms appear to go away. It is important to make sure your health is under control before starting any type of medication so that you do not worsen or create new conditions. Always consult a physician before starting or stopping any medication as well as when a condition deteriorates your health.




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