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Micogent Cream is used to treat bacterial and fungal skin infections. It contains Gentamicin and Miconazole which work by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing bacteria and fungi. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as skin peeling, dry skin, thinning of the skin, itching, pain, swelling, redness, irritation, or burning sensation at the application site. It is for external use only.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Parker Robinson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Micogent Cream

Micogent Cream is a topical skin medication used to treat skin infections that involve both fungi and bacteria. It is commonly prescribed for conditions like infected eczema, ringworm, or athlete's foot where a secondary bacterial infection has developed. By targeting both types of germs, it helps clear up redness, swelling, and itching.

To get the best results, you must apply this cream consistently at the times recommended by your doctor. Skipping applications can allow the infection to return or become harder to treat. Along with applying this cream, keeping the affected area clean, dry, and exposed to fresh air as much as possible helps speed up your recovery.

While using Micogent Cream, some people may experience mild, temporary skin irritation or redness where the cream is applied. These side effects are usually harmless and go away quickly, but you should contact your doctor if you experience severe blistering, peeling, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you have large areas of open wounds or very sensitive skin. Do not use this cream if you have a known allergy to similar antifungal or antibiotic skin treatments.

Using other skin creams or ointments on the same area at the same time may prevent this medicine from working properly. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing skin conditions in an elderly family member, it is best to consult your healthcare provider before beginning treatment.

Uses of Micogent Cream

Micogent Cream is used to treat skin conditions involving both inflammation and bacterial or fungal infections. The detailed uses of Micogent Cream are as follows: 

  • Fungal skin infections with bacterial complications: Helps clear stubborn fungal issues like athlete's foot or ringworm that have become irritated or infected by bacteria.
  • Infected eczema: Treats inflamed eczema patches that have developed bacterial or fungal overgrowth due to scratching.
  • Infected dermatitis: Resolves skin inflammation accompanied by weeping, crusting, or bacterial pus.

Key Benefits

Micogent Cream provides effective relief from skin infections caused by both bacteria and fungi. The key benefits of Micogent Cream are as follows:

  • Dual-Action Treatment: Micogent Cream targets both bacterial and fungal infections simultaneously, eliminating the need to use multiple creams.
  • Relieves Skin Discomfort: It helps reduce itching, burning, redness, and irritation associated with inflamed and infected skin.
  • Promotes Faster Healing: By controlling the infection and reducing inflammation, Micogent Cream supports quicker skin recovery.
  • Helps Prevent Infection Spread: Effective treatment lowers the risk of the infection spreading to nearby skin or to other people through direct contact.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Take a small amount of Micogent Cream on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as advised by your doctor.
  • Micogent Cream is only for external use.
  • Avoid contact of the Micogent Cream with the nose, mouth, or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

How Micogent Cream Works

Micogent Cream works through the combined action of two primary active components: an antibiotic called gentamicin and an antifungal called miconazole. Gentamicin works by entering the bacterial cells and stopping them from making the proteins they need to survive. Without these proteins, the bacteria cannot grow or multiply, allowing your body's immune system to clear the infection. Miconazole works by disrupting the production of ergosterol, a vital component of the fungal cell membrane. This creates holes in the fungal cell membrane, causing the fungus to break apart and die. Together, these two ingredients clear the infection from both fronts.
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Micogent Cream with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Micogent Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Micogent Cream in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Micogent Cream is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks. Do not breastfeed your baby if you have applied Micogent Cream on your breast or nipple.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Micogent Cream usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding using Micogent Cream in patients with liver problems, please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding using Micogent Cream in patients with kidney problems, please consult your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Micogent Cream is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, in children above 1 year, it should be used with caution and doses only as prescribed by a doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Micogent Cream. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Micogent Cream in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Micogent Cream

Because this is a topical cream, a serious overdose from applying too much to the skin is unlikely. However, if someone accidentally swallows the medicine or if it is applied to very large areas of broken skin, seek immediate medical attention or call a local poison control centre.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the Affected Area Clean and Dry: Gently clean the infected skin and keep it completely dry to help prevent bacterial and fungal growth.
  • Wear Breathable Clothing: Choose loose-fitting, cotton clothing to reduce friction, improve airflow, and minimise sweat buildup.
  • Avoid Scratching the Skin: Do not scratch or pick at the affected area, as this can worsen the infection and delay healing.
  • Maintain Good Hygiene: Use a separate clean towel for the infected area and wash it regularly to help prevent the infection from spreading.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Micogent Cream to start to work: Micogent Cream starts to show its action within 1 to 2 hours of application. The time for which the effects of Micogent Cream last: Micogent Cream effect lasts for 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Micogent Cream

If you forget to apply your cream, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed one and continue with your regular routine. Do not apply extra cream to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Keep Micogent Cream at room temperature, preferably between 15°C and 30°C.

Drug Warnings

  • For External Use Only: Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Do Not Apply to Open Wounds: Avoid using Micogent Cream on deep cuts, severe burns, or raw skin unless directed by your doctor.
  • Complete the Full Course: Continue using Micogent Cream for the entire prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve early.
  • Monitor Your Skin: Consult your doctor if the infection worsens or if you notice new symptoms such as increased redness, warmth, swelling, or pus.
  • Treatment Duration: Use Micogent Cream for the full prescribed course, typically 1–4 weeks depending on the infection. Do not use it for longer than recommended unless advised by your doctor.
  • Avoid If Contraindicated: Do not use Micogent Cream if you are allergic to gentamicin, miconazole, or other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or if you have a perforated eardrum. Avoid application to mucous membranes unless directed by your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Before using Micogent Cream, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, as some may interact with this medication. 

  • Oral blood thinners (like warfarin): Using miconazole on large areas of the skin may occasionally increase the effect of oral blood thinners, raising the risk of bruising or bleeding. Talk to your doctor if you take these medicines.
  • Glibenclamide and Metformin Combinations: Although the risk is low with topical use, Miconazole may increase the blood sugar-lowering effect of these medicines. Inform your doctor before using Micogent Cream.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Micogent Cream when used as directed.

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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Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

FAQs

Micogent Cream is used to treat fungal and bacterial skin infections.
Micogent Cream is a combination of two drugs, namely Gentamicin (antibiotic) and Miconazole (antifungal). Micogent Cream treat both fungal and bacterial infections of the skin. Gentamicin is an antibiotic that destroys bacteria by preventing essential proteins needed by bacteria from being synthesised to perform vital functions. Miconazole is an antifungal that prevents fungi from developing by keeping them from forming their own protective coating. Together, the skin infection is successfully treated.
Micogent Cream causes common side effects like skin peeling, dry skin, thinning of the skin, itching, pain, swelling, redness, irritation, or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of Micogent Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Micogent Cream may cause skin irritation at the site of application as a side effect. However, if the irritation worsens or persists, stop using Micogent Cream and consult a doctor.
You are recommended to cover the treated area of your skin with bandages or dressings only if advised by your doctor or it may increase the risk of side effects.
You are recommended to use Micogent Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment with Micogent Cream, please consult a doctor.
Micogent Cream is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of Micogent Cream over the clean and dry affected area as directed by the doctor. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental contact occurs, rinse it off thoroughly with plenty of water. Wash your hands before and after application, unless your hands are in the affected area, to prevent the spread of infection.
Micogent Cream should be used during pregnancy only if the doctor has prescribed it. The doctor will prescribe this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Micogent Cream can be used with other medications if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor before taking other medicines with Micogent Cream to prevent any interactions/side effects.
Micogent Cream should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use Micogent Cream for diaper rash unless a doctor specifically prescribes it, as the airtight environment of a diaper can increase drug absorption. Talk to your doctor.
You should avoid applying cosmetics, lotions, or sunscreens directly over the treated area immediately after applying Micogent Cream. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
The safety of using this topical combination during pregnancy has not been fully established, so it should only be used if clearly needed. Talk to your doctor.
Rinse your eyes immediately with cool, clean water for several minutes. If irritation or vision changes persist, talk to your doctor.
You should only apply this cream to your face if your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so, taking care to avoid the eye area. Talk to your doctor.
Do not wrap or bandage the area unless your doctor tells you to, as covering it can increase skin absorption and side effects. Talk to your doctor.
If your symptoms do not begin to improve or if they get worse after a few days of consistent use, you should talk to your doctor.
Yes, but Micogent Cream should only be used in children under the guidance of a doctor. Do not use it in infants or young children unless specifically prescribed by a healthcare professional.
If your symptoms do not improve within the prescribed treatment period or worsen, consult your doctor. They may recommend further evaluation, such as a skin swab, or prescribe a different treatment, including an oral antifungal if needed.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Parker Robinson Pvt Ltd., Nimak Mahal Road, Kolkata - 700043
Other Info - MIC0417
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