About Daktarin Powder

Attribute Details
Medication Name Daktarin Powder
Type and Form of Medicine Antifungal Powder
What it Does Treats and prevents fungal infections
Active Ingredients Miconazole Nitrate
Strength 2%
Size 20g, 30g, 100g
Patient Information Leaflet URL to Patient Information Leaflet

What is Daktarin Powder?

Daktarin Powder is an antifungal medication that comes in a powder form. It contains the active ingredient miconazole nitrate, which helps treat and prevent fungal infections. You can use it on the skin to target areas affected by fungi, such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and other fungal skin infections. The powder form makes it easy to apply and helps keep the affected area dry, which is essential for treating fungal infections.

What is Daktarin Powder used for?

Daktarin Powder treats and prevents various fungal infections. You can use it to treat athlete’s foot, a common fungal infection that affects the feet, causing itching, redness, and scaling. It also treats jock itch, which affects the groin area, and other fungal skin infections that cause discomfort and irritation.

Besides treating fungal infections, Daktarin Powder can also prevent them. If you are prone to fungal infections, you can use the powder regularly to keep the skin dry and free from fungi.

How does Daktarin Powder work?

Daktarin Powder works by targeting the fungi that cause infections. The active ingredient, miconazole nitrate, interferes with the production of ergosterol, a vital component of fungal cell membranes. Without ergosterol, the fungal cells cannot function properly, leading to their death. By eliminating the fungi, Daktarin Powder helps clear up the infection and prevents it from spreading to other areas of the skin.

Who is Daktarin Powder suitable for?

Daktarin Powder is suitable for adults and children who need to treat or prevent fungal infections. You can use it if you have athlete’s foot, jock itch, or other fungal skin infections. It is also suitable for people who want to prevent fungal infections, especially if they are prone to them.

However, Daktarin Powder may not be suitable for everyone. If you are allergic to miconazole nitrate or any other ingredients in the powder, you should not use it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor or pharmacist before using Daktarin Powder. If you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking other medications, you should also seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

How to apply Daktarin Powder

  • Wash and dry the affected area thoroughly.
  • Apply a small amount of Daktarin Powder to the affected area.
  • Gently rub the powder into the skin.
  • Repeat the application twice daily, in the morning and evening.
  • Continue using the powder for at least 10 days after the infection has cleared to prevent it from returning.

Apply Daktarin Powder twice daily, in the morning and evening, to ensure effective treatment of the fungal infection.

Continue using Daktarin Powder for at least 10 days after the infection has cleared. This helps prevent the infection from returning and ensures complete treatment.

Daktarin Powder Side Effects

Like all medications, Daktarin Powder can cause side effects. Below are the common, uncommon, and serious side effects you may experience.

Common Side Effects

  • Skin irritation
  • Redness
  • Itching

Uncommon Side Effects

  • Burning sensation
  • Rash
  • Dry skin

Serious Side Effects

  • Severe allergic reactions (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat)
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Severe skin reactions (blistering, peeling, or open sores)

For a full list of side effects, please refer to the Patient Information Leaflet.

Daktarin Powder Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Miconazole Nitrate

Other Ingredients: The powder also contains talc, zinc oxide, colloidal anhydrous silica, and macrogol 400.

Important Information

  • Do not use Daktarin Powder if you are allergic to miconazole nitrate or any other ingredients in the powder.
  • Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Daktarin Powder if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Do not apply the powder to broken or damaged skin.
  • Avoid contact with the eyes. If the powder gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Keep the powder out of reach of children.
  • Store the powder in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.