Daktarin

Yes, you can use Daktarin Gel 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.

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

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

If you are using Daktarin Gel 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.

Daktarin Gel 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 Daktarin Gel onto the infected area and the surrounding skin. Massage it gently onto the affected area. Wash your hands carefully after applying Daktarin Gel 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.

Daktarin Gel 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.