what is Monistat, whats its drug combination.?

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Answer 1

Well, you answered part of your own question. So, a drug combination is just that. When a person combines different drugs sometimes bad things happen. Check with a pharmacist...apparently there may be an issue with you reading labels.

Answer 2

If you are taking the prescription blood-thinning medicine Warfarin, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any MONISTAT® products, because bleeding or bruising may occur when miconazole nitrate is taken at the same time as warfarin
miconazole nitrate
Drug Generic Name: miconazole nitrate

Drug Trade Names: Monistat

Type of Drug:
Miconazole nitrate is an antifungal drug.

How Drug Works:
Miconazole nitrate prevents fungi from reproducing and kills the organisms at higher doses.

How Drug Is Given:
Miconazole nitrate is given in a number of ways. Given as an injection in the vein over 30 to 60 minutes, the dose and length of treatment depend on the infection being treated. Miconazole nitrate is also given as a vaginal suppository or as a cream or powder applied to the skin. Keep the medicine in a tightly closed container away from heat and moisture and out of the reach of children and pets.

How Should I Take This Drug?
Take this drug exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand the instructions, ask your doctor or nurse to explain them to you.

Read the following information. If you do not understand it or if any of it causes you special concern, check with your doctor.

Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter drugs, including vitamins and herbals.
Should I avoid any other medicines, foods, alcohol, and/or activities?
Your prescription and nonprescription medicines may interact with other drugs, causing harm. Certain foods or alcohol can also interact with drug products. Never begin taking a new medicine?prescription or nonprescription?without asking your doctor or nurse if it will interact with alcohol, food, or other medicines. Some drug products can cause drowsiness and affect activities such as driving.

Precautions:
Tell your doctor if you are taking rifampin, isoniazid, warfarin (Coumadin), cyclosporine, phenytoin (Dilantin), or oral anticoagulants (Coumadin). Talk to your doctor about possible drug interactions.

All drugs used to fight microorganisms can cause allergic reactions. Stop the drug and tell your nurse or doctor right away if you develop a rash, hives, red blotches on your skin, or difficulty breathing.

When given for an infection throughout your body (systemic), the first dose is usually given in a hospital setting so you can be watched closely for any reaction.

The intravenous form of the drug is used for systemic fungal infections. The suppositories and vaginal cream are used to treat fungal infections of the vagina. Cream and powder may also be used for affected skin areas, as directed by your doctor.

Tell all the doctors, dentists, and pharmacists you visit that you are taking this drug.

Most of the following side effects probably will not occur.

Your doctor or nurse will want to discuss specific care instructions with you.

They can help you understand these side effects and help you deal with them.

Side Effects:
More Common Side Effects
Pain and irritation at place of injection

Mild nausea

Burning in the vagina (when using suppository)

Less Common Side Effects
Vomiting

Loss of appetite

Dizziness

Diarrhea

Bitter taste

Flushing of face

Anxiety

Blurred vision

Headache

Rare Side Effects
Severe allergic reaction

Decreased red blood cell count with increased risk of anemia and tiredness (fatigue)

Rash

Itching

Fever

Chills

Side Effects / Symptoms of the Drug
Call your doctor or nurse right away if you develop rash, fever, or chills. Your doctor needs to evaluate you.

Other side effects not listed above can also occur in some patients.

Tell your doctor or nurse if you develop any problems.

FDA Approval:
Yes

Answer 3

Monistat is miconazole, an anti-fungal medication for vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection).