Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL
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Overview
FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL is a Schedule H antibiotic.FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL is composed of: METRONIDAZOLE (1.0 %W/W), MICONAZOLE (1.0 %W/W)
Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.
Miconazole is an antifungal medicine that fights infections caused by fungus.Miconazole buccal is a pill placed between your check and gum to treat candida (yeast) infections inside the mouth.
It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection.
Usage
METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin InfectionMICONAZOLE is generally used to treat: Fungal Infection, Yeast Infection, Athlete’s Foot, Jock Itch, Vaginal Candidiasis
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with
- Follow all directions on your medicine label and package.You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to miconazole (Monistat, Vusion, and others) or if you are allergic to milk proteins.
- Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- The usual dose of this medicine is one tablet each morning for 14 days in a row.
- Brush your teeth before putting in a buccal tablet.
- Make sure your hands are dry before handling the tablet.
- Do not chew or swallow the buccal tablet. Leave it in place until the next morning.
- Avoid touching or pressing the tablet while it is in place.
- You may eat and drink normally while the tablet is in place, but avoid chewing gum.If any pieces of the tablet remain in your mouth the next morning, rinse your mouth with water before using a new tablet.
- Avoid wearing an upper denture if it gets in the way of the buccal tablet.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Avoid contact with your eyes.
Symptoms of Overdosage
METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)Common Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Skin Rash, Hives, Agitation, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Eyes Pain, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Nasal Congestion, Runny NoseMICONAZOLE : Pain, Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Toothache, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Nausea, Dry Mouth, Decreased Taste, Gums Redness, Body Pain, Fever, Chills, Nasal Congestion, Pale Skin, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness)
Serious Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head HeadacheMICONAZOLE : Difficulty Breathing, Pain With Urination, Tongue Soreness
Rare Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)MICONAZOLE : Mouth Ulcer, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Shortness Of Breath, Mouth Soreness
Disease Interactions
MICONAZOLE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, HyperlipidemiaTechnical Classification
METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:- AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
- MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
MICONAZOLE is categorized as: AZOLE ANTIFUNGALS / ANTIFUNGALS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
Available Alternatives for FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
FUNGIN V 1%W/W/1%W/W GEL | INR 71.35 for 30 GM GEL | METRONIDAZOLE 1.0 %W/W, MICONAZOLE 1.0 %W/W |