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Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm
Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm
Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm

Daktarin Gel is used in the treatment of fungal or yeast infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot (affects toes), jock itch (affects the groin area), candidiasis (affects the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina), and ringworm (affects the skin or the scalp). It helps relieve symptoms like itching, redness, burning, cracking, and scaling of the skin. With regular use as prescribed, it promotes faster healing and prevents the infection from spreading or coming back.

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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

MICONAZOLE-2%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Janssen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Daktarin Gel

Daktarin Gel is a topical antifungal medicine used to treat various fungal skin infections, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It works by stopping the growth of the fungi causing the infection, helping to clear up the skin and relieve irritating symptoms. It is formulated to act directly on the skin surface to resolve the underlying issue.

For best results, you should apply Daktarin Gel consistently, usually once or twice daily, as directed by your healthcare professional. Since this is a topical cream, it is applied directly to the skin and is not affected by food intake. Keeping the affected area clean and dry, wearing loose cotton clothing, and changing socks daily can significantly support your recovery and prevent reinfection.

While using Daktarin Gel, you may experience mild skin irritation, itching, or redness at the application site. These side effects are usually temporary and go away as your skin adjusts to the treatment. However, if you notice severe blistering, swelling, or signs of a severe allergic reaction, stop using the product immediately and consult your doctor.

Do not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to similar antifungal products. Before starting, talk to your doctor if you have large areas of broken skin, deep open wounds, or highly sensitive skin, as this can affect how the medicine is absorbed. Your healthcare provider will help determine if this treatment is appropriate for your specific condition.

Inform your doctor about other skin treatments you are currently using, as some topical products may interfere with how Daktarin Gel works on your skin. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an elderly patient, consult your healthcare provider before application to ensure maximum safety.

Uses of Daktarin Gel

Daktarin Gel may be used to treat the following fungal skin infections:

  • Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis): Daktarin Gel clears fungal infections on the feet, particularly between the toes, relieving cracking, peeling, and itching.
  • Jock itch (tinea cruris): It treats fungal infections in the groin and inner thigh area, reducing redness, chafing, and intense itching.
  • Ringworm (tinea corporis): It targets circular, red, itchy skin rashes on the body, stopping the fungus from spreading and healing the skin.
  • Sweat rash (cutaneous candidiasis): It relieves red, irritated skin rashes in areas where skin folds touch, such as under the breasts or in the armpits.
     

Key Benefits

Daktarin Gel helps treat fungal skin infections by eliminating the fungi responsible for the infection and relieving associated symptoms. Its targeted action promotes healing while minimising exposure to the rest of the body:

  • Treats Fungal Infections: Helps eliminate the fungi causing skin infections and prevents the infection from spreading.
  • Relieves Itching and Irritation: Helps reduce itching, burning, soreness, and discomfort associated with fungal infections.
  • Promotes Skin Healing: Supports the restoration of healthy skin by clearing the infection and allowing the skin to recover.
  • Prevents Infection Spread: Helps stop the infection from spreading to nearby skin areas or other people.
  • Provides Localised Treatment: Acts directly at the site of infection with minimal absorption into the bloodstream.
     
Side effects of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm
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  • Rinse your mouth with water and baking soda a solution to neutralize acid in the mouth. This makes your food taste as it should.
  • Drink plenty of water or non-caffeinated drinks to prevent dry mouth which may lead to altered taste.
  • Try ginger, peppermint, fruit or green teas, lemonade, ginger ale or fruit juice to help mask unpleasant tastes.
  • Try sucking on sugar-free ice pops or ice cubes to prevent dry mouth.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any underlying illnesses that may cause regurgitation, such as GERD, esophageal strictures, or gastroparesis.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals to prevent regurgitation symptoms.
  • Avoid trigger foods like citrus, tomatoes, chocolate, and spicy or fatty foods that can worsen regurgitation.
  • Avoid lying down after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the esophagus.
  • Take probiotics to support a healthy gut microbiota and relieve regurgitation symptoms.

Directions for Use

Follow these step-by-step instructions to ensure safe and effective use of this medication:

  • Wash your hands and clean the affected skin area thoroughly, then dry it completely before applying.
  • Apply a thin layer of the cream to the infected area and the surrounding skin.
  • Gently rub the medication in until it is evenly distributed.
  • Wash your hands immediately after application to avoid spreading the infection to other areas of your body or other people.
  • Do not cover the treated area with tight dressings, bandages, or wraps unless your doctor specifically tells you to do so. Always follow your doctor's exact instructions.
     

How Daktarin Gel Works

Daktarin Gel contains miconazole, an antifungal medicine that works by disrupting the structure and function of fungal cell membranes. Fungi depend on a substance called ergosterol to maintain the strength and integrity of their outer cell membranes. Miconazole blocks the production of ergosterol, causing the fungal cell membrane to become weak and damaged. As a result, essential contents leak out of the fungal cells, leading to their destruction and preventing further growth and spread of the infection. By eliminating the fungus and stopping it from multiplying, miconazole helps clear the infection and allows the affected skin or mucosal tissue to heal naturally over time.
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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may interact with Daktarin Gel. Therefore, it is better to avoid alcohol while using Daktarin Gel.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Daktarin Gel should be used with caution in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Daktarin Gel should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. The doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding while using Daktarin Gel, if necessary.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Daktarin Gel does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Daktarin Gel can be used in patients with liver diseases only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Daktarin Gel can be given to patients with kidney problems only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Daktarin Gel should be used in children under 12 years of age only when prescribed by a child specialist.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Daktarin Gel is safe for use in heart patients if recommended by the physician.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Daktarin Gel should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

What if I have taken an overdose of Daktarin Gel

Do not apply Daktarin Gel in large amounts or use it for a long time than recommended, as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the Area Dry: Keep the affected area clean and thoroughly dry, as fungi thrive in warm and moist environments.
  • Wear Breathable Clothing: Choose loose-fitting cotton clothing to improve airflow and reduce moisture buildup.
  • Change Clothing Regularly: Change socks, underwear, and other clothing daily, especially after sweating or physical activity.
  • Protect Yourself in Public Areas: Wear footwear in shared spaces such as public showers, swimming pools, and gym locker rooms.
  • Avoid Sharing Personal Items: Do not share towels, clothing, footwear, hairbrushes, or other personal items that may spread infection.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Daktarin Gel to start to work: The time required for Daktarin Gel to show its action is unknown.
  • The time for which the effects of Daktarin Gel last: The duration of action for Daktarin Gel is unknown.

What if you forget to take Daktarin Gel

If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.

Storage

Store Daktarin Gel at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F). Keep the container tightly closed when not in use to protect the medicine from moisture and air.

Drug Warnings

  • For External Use Only: Apply Daktarin Gel only to the affected skin and avoid contact with the eyes, nose, mouth, and other sensitive areas.
  • Check Before Use: Do not use the product if the packaging is damaged, the seal is broken, or the cream has changed colour or appearance.
  • Complete the Full Treatment Course: Continue using the medicine for the full prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve earlier.
  • Avoid Applying Other Topical Products: Do not use other creams, ointments, or cosmetics on the same area unless advised by your healthcare provider.
  • Monitor Treatment Response: Consult your doctor if the infection does not improve after two to four weeks of regular use or if symptoms worsen.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

Inform your doctor if you are using any of the following medicines or products, as they may interact with Daktarin Gel:

  • Oral blood thinners: Although Daktarin Gel is applied to the skin and absorption is low, using it over large areas or under tight dressings can occasionally increase the effect of blood thinners, raising the risk of bruising or bleeding. Talk to your doctor if you take these medications.
  • Other topical treatments: Applying other skin creams, lotions, or steroids to the same area may interfere with how Daktarin Gel works or increase skin irritation.

Drug-Disease Interactions

Inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions before using Daktarin Gel:

  • Known hypersensitivity: Do not use this product if you have had an allergic reaction to other azole antifungal medicines.
  • Severely broken skin: Applying this medicine to large, open, or severely raw skin wounds may increase absorption into the body, raising the risk of unexpected side effects.
MiconazolePimozide
Critical
MiconazoleTerfenadine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MiconazolePimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Pimoziden can increase the levels of Pimozide. This can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Pimozide is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MiconazoleTerfenadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
When Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm is taken with Terfenadine can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Terfenadine is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MiconazoleAstemizole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Astemizole with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Astemizole is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MiconazoleEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Eliglustat and Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Eliglustat is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MiconazoleCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
When Cisapride and Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm are taken together, the body's ability to break down Cisapride may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Cisapride is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MiconazoleTolazamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm may increase blood levels and the effects of tolazamide lead to low blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and tolazamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
MiconazoleErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
The combined use of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and ergotamide may increase the effect of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and ergotamine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
MiconazoleDicoumarol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Co-administration of dicumarol with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm may increase the risk or severity of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and dicumarol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
MiconazoleMontelukast
Severe
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Montelukast may increase the blood levels and effects of Montelukast. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and montelukast, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, stomach pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or uncommon, depression, confusion, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, hallucinations, irritability. memory impairment, restlessness, sleep walking, Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
MiconazoleChlorpropamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm with Chlorpropamide may increase the blood levels and effects of chlorpropamide and increase the risk for low blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Daktarin 2% Gel 20 gm and chlorpropamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Daktarin Gel is used to treat fungal or yeast infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot (affects toes), jock itch (affects the groin area), candidiasis (affects the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina), and ringworm (affects the skin or the scalp).
Daktarin Gel contains miconazole, belonging to the imidazole class of antifungal medicines. It prevents the growth of fungi that cause infection.
Yes, Daktarin Gel can also be used to treat fungal infections affecting nails. However, do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Daktarin Gel may cause an itching or burning sensation at the site of the application. Do not scratch the skin as the itching is usually temporary and subsides within a few minutes after the application of medicine over the affected area.
No, do not stop treatment with Daktarin Gel even if your symptoms disappear, as it is important to complete the full treatment course with Daktarin Gel to treat your condition effectively.
Yes, Daktarin Gel treats fungal skin infections like ringworm (red, scaly rash on skin), jock itch (groin or buttocks), and athlete's foot (feet and toes). Use as directed and finish the full course of treatment.
Common side effects of Daktarin Gel may include itching, peeling and dry skin. If side effects don't disappear or get worse within a few days, inform your doctor.
Many people begin to feel relief from itching and burning within a few days of starting treatment. However, it can take two to four weeks for the infection to clear up completely. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after two weeks.
You should consult your healthcare provider before using Daktarin Gel if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor will help you weigh the benefits and potential risks. Talk to your doctor for personalised advice.
You should not cover the treated area with tight bandages or airtight dressings unless specifically instructed by your healthcare provider. Keeping the area covered can increase moisture and absorption, which might lead to side effects. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure.
This specific topical skin formulation of Daktarin Gel is designed only for use on external skin surfaces. It should not be used internally for vaginal infections unless you are using a product specifically labelled and prescribed for that purpose. Talk to your doctor to find the correct treatment.
You should be very careful when applying Daktarin Gel near your face. Avoid getting the medicine in or near your eyes, nose, or mouth, as it can cause severe irritation. Talk to your doctor before applying this medicine to your face.
This product is formulated for topical use only and is harmful if swallowed. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek emergency medical help or contact a poison control centre immediately. Talk to your doctor as soon as possible.
The safety and proper use of Daktarin Gel in children depend on their age and the specific infection being treated. Always consult a paediatrician or pharmacist before applying this medicine to a child's skin. Talk to your doctor for guidance.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060
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