Daktozin Ointment 90g

Daktozin Ointment is a broad spectrum antifungal product. It has been specially formulated to treat the fungal infections commonly associated with nappy rash. Daktozin also contains 15% zinc oxide, which helps prevent redness and irritation.

Formulated into an ointment that is significantly thicker than a cream, Daktozin won't rub off as soon as baby's nappy is replaced.

Miconazole kills fungi and yeasts by interfering with their cell membranes. It works by stopping the fungi from producing a substance called ergosterol, which is an essential component of fungal cell membranes. The disruption in production of ergosterol disrupts the fungal cell membrane, causing holes to appear in it.

The cell membranes of fungi are vital for their survival. They keep unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the contents of the cells from leaking out. As miconazole causes holes to appear in the cell membranes, essential constituents of the fungal cells can leak out. This kills the fungi and treats the infection.

Miconazole also has some antibacterial action and kills certain bacteria that may also be present in the infection.

Daktarin ointment is used to treat inflammatory skin disorders eg eczema/dermatitis, with associated fungal or bacterial infection.

Warning:

This medicine is for external use only. It should not be taken by or used inside the mouth. Avoid contact with the eyes.

Caution: Wash and dry the skin thoroughly before applying the cream. Unless the infected skin is on your hands, wash your hands after applying the cream to avoid spreading the infection to other areas of the body, or to other people.

It is important to keep using this medicine for ten days after the symptoms of the infection have cleared up. This is to ensure that the infection is fully treated and thus prevent it coming back.If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Check with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before use.

Ingredients: Miconazole nitrate 2.5mg/g, zinc oxide 150mg/g.