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Tioconazole
Latest prescription information about Tioconazole. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Tioconazole
Therapeutic Classification : Antifungals
ICD Code : Y40.7
Trade Name(s): India- Vagistat-1. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an antifungal agent, prescribed for vaginal yeast infections. It works by killing the fungi. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Adult: As pessary/vaginal ointment: The recommended dose is 300 mg as a single dose. Topical- As 1% cream: Apply 1-2 times/day. How it should be taken : It comes as cream, ointment to apply topically, as directed by your physician. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, immune problems, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Side Effects : Irritation, discharge, vulvar edema and swelling, vaginal pain, painful urination, nighttime urination, painful sexual intercourse, dryness of vaginal secretions, desquamation, and burning sensation. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature 15°-30° C. |
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