Daktarin Aktiv Cream – Help Treat Your Athlete's Foot - Athlete's Foot Cream - Foot Care - 30 g

Product Information

Daktarin Aktiv cream and spray powder both contain the active ingredient miconazole. Miconazole is an antifungal medicine used to treat infections with fungi and yeasts. Miconazole also has some antibacterial action and kills certain bacteria that may also be present in the infection. Adults and children Apply the cream to the infected of all ages skin twice a day (e.g. at night and Do not use if you are allergic to the activ substance, or any other substances listed in the ingredients section

Don't wear the same pair of shoes every day. This helps reduce the build-up of sweat which provides the moisture on which the fungus thrives. Miconazole also has some antibacterial action and kills certain bacteria that may also be present in the infection. How to use Daktarin cream The Daktarin products are used to treat an assortment of fungal infections in various areas of the body. Almost all of the products contain the active ingredient 'Miconazole Nitrate' which works by destroying both the fungus causing the infection as well as some of the associated bacteria present. Benzoic acid (E210) may cause local irritation. It may increase jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) in newborn babies (up to 4 weeks old). 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.

What To Avoid

Wash your hands after applying the cream to avoid spreading the infection to other areas of the body, or to other people. If you are allergic to the active substance, other similar antifungal medicines or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6)

This medicine is suitable for most adults and children but a few people should not use it. If you are in any doubt, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 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. Do not use Daktarin or Daktacort if you are allergic to the active substances, other similar anti-fungal medicines, or any of the other product ingredients. If you forget to use a dose of these products do not double dose. Storage: Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not use after the expiry date on the base of the can. If you forget to use a dose, use the next dose when needed. Do not use a double dose. 4 Possible side-effectsIf you are pregnant or breastfeeding then speak to your doctor before using the products. You should also speak to your doctor is you are taking anticoagulants (drugs used to thin the blood) such as Warfarin. If you get any side-effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side-effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side-effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. Other ingredients are: PEG-6, PEG-32 and glycol stearate, oleoyl macroglycerides, liquid paraffin, benzoic acid (E210), butylated hydroxyanisole (E320), purified water. You must also ensure that you have read the Patient Warnings thoroughly before starting any new medication. Before starting any new treatment it is essential that you have read all information provided by the manufacturer to ensure you are aware of all potential side effects.

If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Dandruff is often caused by seborrhoeic dermatitis (aka cradle cap in babies), caused by malassezia yeast. Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

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.