Classes
DEA Class; OTC
Common Brand Names; Vagistat 1
- Antifungals, Vaginal
Description
Imidazole antifungal
Fungicidal against Candida sp.
Single intravaginal dose is effective
Indications
Indicated for the treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC).
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Self treatment not recommended for pregnant patients, diabetic patients or patients <12 years
Adverse Effects
Vulvovaginal burning, vaginitis, pruritus
Headache
Abdominal cramping
Warnings
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Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: not known whether distributed into milk, manufacturer recommends women discontinue breastfeeding while receiving drug
Maximum Dosage
1 applicatorful (300 mg tioconazole/4.6 g ointment) intravaginally/day.
1 applicatorful (300 mg tioconazole/4.6 g ointment) intravaginally/day.
1 applicatorful (300 mg tioconazole/4.6 g ointment) intravaginally/day.
12 years: 1 applicatorful (300 mg tioconazole/4.6 g ointment) intravaginally/day.
1 to 11 years: Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
How supplied
Tioconazole
vaginal ointment
- 6.5%