Miconazole Nitrate — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Miconazole Nitrate ke 2 brands available hain. Drug class: Corticosteroid + Antibiotic + Antifungal. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Miconazole Nitrate is a corticosteroid + antibiotic + antifungal used in Pakistan for Infected eczema, Psoriasis with a secondary bacterial and fungal infection, Insect bites with infection. Available as 2 brands. Some brands are over-the-counter; others require a prescription. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Miconazole Nitrate?
Miconazole Nitrate is a corticosteroid + antibiotic + antifungal used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Miconazole Nitrate under multiple brand names — currently 2 listed on PakVita (2 creams). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Infected eczema
- Psoriasis with a secondary bacterial and fungal infection
- Insect bites with infection
- Inflamed skin rashes with bacterial and fungal infection
- Infected seborrheic dermatitis
- Inflamed and infected tinea when specifically prescribed
- Fungal skin infections (ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch)
- Tinea versicolor (pityriasis versicolor)
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
As prescribed
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Miconazole Nitrate brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Itching at application site
- Skin dryness
- Mild local irritation or burning at application site
- Skin redness (erythema)
- Contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Severe skin irritation
- Worsening or change in the skin infection
- Skin thinning with prolonged or excessive use
- Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing) — seek immediate medical help
Important warnings
- Don't use if allergic to any ingredients
- Do not use for viral or uncomplicated fungal skin infections
- Do not use for simple eczema or uncomplicated psoriasis
- Unsupervised use can worsen or mask some skin infections
- Do not use for more than 7 days without review, and do not use on the face, groin or underarms unless your doctor says so - the steroid thins the skin.
- Neomycin can cause an allergic skin reaction with prolonged use. Stop and see your doctor if the rash gets worse rather than better.
Drug class
AntibioticsMiconazole Nitrate brands in Pakistan (2)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Miconazole Nitrate used for in Pakistan?
Miconazole Nitrate is commonly used for Infected eczema, Psoriasis with a secondary bacterial and fungal infection, Insect bites with infection, Inflamed skin rashes with bacterial and fungal infection, and other indications. It belongs to the corticosteroid + antibiotic + antifungal drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Miconazole Nitrate?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Miconazole Nitrate?
Common side effects include Burning or stinging sensation, Itching at application site, Skin dryness, Mild local irritation or burning at application site, Skin redness (erythema), Contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Miconazole Nitrate and see a doctor?
Stop Miconazole Nitrate and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Severe skin irritation; Worsening or change in the skin infection; Skin thinning with prolonged or excessive use; Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing) — seek immediate medical help. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Miconazole Nitrate available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Some brands are over-the-counter; others require a prescription.
What brands of Miconazole Nitrate are available in Pakistan?
2 brands of Miconazole Nitrate are listed on PakVita: 2 creams. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization