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Micason HC is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Miconazole is a substituted imidazole and belongs to the azole family of medicines. It is used for superficial candidiasis and for skin infections such as dermatophytosis, pityriasis versicolor, acanthameaba and seborrhoic dermatitis. It is also active against Aspergillus spp., Cryptococcus neoformans, Pseudalescheria boydii and some gram-positive bacteria, including Staphylococci and Streptococci.
Hydrocortisone is a naturally occurring glucocorticoid, though it is now made synthetically. Its main function is in skin injury such as inflammation. It also has antipruritic, antimycotic and vasoconstrictive activity.
Miconazole is an imidazole antifungal agent that interferes with ergosterol synthesis. This changes the permeability of the cell membrane of sensitive fungi and so kills them. When Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone is applied to the skin, the hydrocortisone is absorbed into the skin cells. There it prevents the release of certain chemicals that cause inflammation, and that is how hydrocortisone reduces inflammation.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Put a thin film of the Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone cream on the affected area, two or four times a day, for 1 to 2 weeks. Rub it in gently with your finger until the cream has completely vanished into the skin. Keep using it for at least one week after all the signs and symptoms have gone. Adults and children use the same dose.
Side Effects
Local sensitivity can occur with Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone, though this is rare. If the medicine is used for a long time, the adrenal gland may make less of the body's natural hormones.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone should be dispensed only on the prescription of a registered physician. Keep it out of reach of children. If it is used in children or in elderly people, take care or talk to a physician first, especially when it is needed for a long time.
Contraindications
Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to it or to any of its components. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use it unless a physician has advised them to.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
When pregnant animals were given corticosteroids at high doses, abnormal development of the fetus was seen. So topical steroids, such as the miconazole nitrate and hydrocortisone combination, should not be used extensively in pregnancy.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Micason HC 2%+1%
What is Micason HC 2%+1% Cream?
Micason HC 2%+1% Cream is a medicine that contains Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone. It is made by Albion Laboratories Ltd. It belongs to the Hydrocortisone & Combined preparations group of medicines.
What is Micason HC used for?
Micason HC is used for: Bacterial Infection, Acne Vulgaris, Eczema, Inflammation.
What are the side effects of Micason HC?
Local sensitivity can occur with Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone, though this is rare. If the medicine is used for a long time, the adrenal gland may make less of the body's natural hormones.
Can I take Micason HC during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
When pregnant animals were given corticosteroids at high doses, abnormal development of the fetus was seen. So topical steroids, such as the miconazole nitrate and hydrocortisone combination, should not be used extensively in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Micason HC?
Store Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Micason HC?
Some medicines can interact with Miconazole Nitrate + Hydrocortisone, for example: Miconazole. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Micason HC?
Micason HC is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.