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Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for
Monistat
Uses
This medication is used to treat a fungal infection.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C).
Monistat
How To Use
HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication will be administered by a health care professional.
It may take several days to several months to complete treatment.
This depends upon the type and location of the infection.
Side Effects
You may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite as your body adjusts to the medication.
If these symptoms persist or get worse, contact your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you experience skin rash, hives, itching, fever, chills; or pain at injection site.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your complete medical history, especially if you have or had liver problems.
This medication should be used cautiously during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
It is not known if this drug appears in breast milk.
Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, contact your health care professional who may adjust your dosing schedule.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription).
Inform your doctor if you are taking anticoagulants, diabetes medication, isoniazid, rifampin, rifabutin, phenytoin or cisapride.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.