MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE belongs to the class of antidandruff agents used to treat dandruff. Dandruff is a scalp condition characterized by dry, itchy, white flakes of skin on the scalp.
MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Miconazole (antifungal) and Tinidazole (antibiotic). Miconazole works by damaging the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival and kills fungi causing dandruff. Tinidazole works by damaging the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria and protozoa and inhibits the formation of new DNA. Thereby killing micro-organisms. Thus, MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE helps to treat dandruff and provides relief from a flaky and itchy scalp.
MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is for external use only. You are advised to use MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Some people may experience itching, redness, irritation, or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE. Avoid scratching the scalp as it may worsen dandruff. Cover your head with a scarf or hat while going out. You are recommended to drink plenty of water as hydrating the body may reduce the number of flakes on the scalp, thus decreasing the appearance of dandruff.
Dandruff
MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE contains Miconazole and Tinidazole used to treat dandruff. Miconazole is an antifungal that causes holes in the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival and kills fungi causing dandruff. Tinidazole is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It damages the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria and protozoa and inhibits the formation of new DNA. Thereby, killing micro-organisms.
If you are allergic to MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE. MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is for external use only. Avoid contact of MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE with nose, mouth or eyes. If MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Avoid scratching the scalp as it may worsen dandruff. Cover your head with a scarf or hat while going out. You are recommended to drink plenty of water as hydrating the body may reduce the number of flakes on the scalp, thus decreasing the appearance of dandruff.
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking any herbal supplements, vitamins or OTC medicines.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.
Interaction of MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE.
Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is unknown whether MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE while breastfeeding.
MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
If you have any concerns regarding the use of MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.
If you have any concerns regarding the use of MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
MICONAZOLE+TINIDAZOLE is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.
Dandruff: It is a scalp condition characterised by dry, itchy, white flakes of skin on the scalp. It is not contagious but can be embarrassing. The symptoms include itchy scalp, red, oily, scaly skin and oily, large white or yellow flakes. Dandruff may be triggered by a fungus called Malassezia. Certain factors such as stress, hormones and age can cause fungus to multiply more quickly than usual.