Secura Antifungal

Name: Secura Antifungal

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Secura Antifungal (miconazole topical)?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to miconazole.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

  • if you are using a blood thinner such as warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven.

It is not known whether miconazole topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether miconazole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Secura Antifungal?

  • If you have an allergy to miconazole or any other part of Secura Antifungal (miconazole (vaginal)).
  • If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.

This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to miconazole topical: compounding powder, topical cream, topical gel, topical liquid, topical lotion, topical ointment, topical powder, topical spray, topical tincture, vaginal cream, vaginal cream with applicator, vaginal kit, vaginal suppository, vaginal tampon

Local

Local side effects have been reported frequently with topical miconazole therapy. When administered intravaginally or topically, itching, burning and rash have been reported. Contact dermatitis, confirmed by patch testing, has been reported.[Ref]

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have rarely included headache.[Ref]

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included cramping, pain, and bleeding with the intravaginal use of miconazole.[Ref]

Some side effects of Secura Antifungal may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

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