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Yes, you can use Miconazole only as a prescription medicine. This means that you can use this medicine only if your doctor prescribes it to you. You should seek the advice of your doctor regarding the type of skin infection you have and the duration of treatment which is required.

Miconazole needs to be applied twice daily (morning and night). Whereas, for vaginal infections Miconazole should be used once before bedtime.

No, Clotrimazole and Miconazole are not the same, but uses of both are almost similar. Both Clotrimazole and Miconazole belong to the imidazole class of antifungals.

If you are using Miconazole to treat jock itch, your symptoms should improve over 2 weeks of treatment. Whereas, in the case of an athlete's foot or ringworm, your symptoms should improve over 4 weeks of treatment. Consult your doctor if your symptoms persist or if your symptoms get worse at any time during your treatment.

Miconazole may cause itching and burning on the application site. These side effects are uncommon and occur in very few people. Consult your doctor if burning or itching persists.

Wash the infected area and dry it well. Apply Miconazole onto the infected area and the surrounding skin. Massage it gently onto the affected area. Wash your hands carefully after applying Miconazole to avoid spreading the infection to other parts of the body or to other people. Similarly, clothing which comes into contact with the infected areas, such as socks, should be washed and changed frequently. In fact, you should keep a towel for your own use and not share it so that you do not infect anyone else.

Miconazole cream is generally safe for children if used in the prescribed doses for the prescribed duration of time as directed by the doctor. However, minor side effects may occur which are not bothersome. In case there is a burning sensation and severe itching and redness at the application site, stop the medicine and contact your doctor.

No, you should continue the treatment even if symptoms clear up. Continue treatment for 7 days (skin infections) or 10 days (nail infections) after all the symptoms have cleared to prevent them from coming back. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate belongs to a class of medication call antiseptic. It acts by killing as well as preventing bacterial growth. It kills bacteria by interacting with its cell surface

It is not generally known to burn. Please inform the doctor in case of any side effects

Chlorhexidine Gluconate is not antibiotic/antifungal. It is not used for curing acne and it does not cause cancer. Canker sores (small and shallow ulcers of the mouth) if mild to moderate then can be controlled by using Chlorhexidine Gluconate mouthwash

Chlorhexidine Gluconate is safe when taken for an indication and at a dose strictly instructed by your doctor

Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an over the counter drug and not a prescription drug

Chlorhexidine gluconate is not used to whiten teeth. It does not contain iodine. It may stain the teeth slightly but this may be removed by brushing with a normal toothpaste

Chlorhexidine Gluconate mouthwash has an expiry date. It should not be used beyond that date.

Allantoin is chemically synthesized for making the ointment. It is safe when used for the condition at the dose for the duration prescribed by the doctor

Allantoin is not the same as lanolin/ formaldehyde releaser/ aluminium

Allantoin may clog pores and may lighten skin. It is not known to cause acne or cure cancer. Please inform your doctor if you observe any side effects while using this ointment.