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| | Author: Joshua Alexander. MD
COMMON USES:
Used to treat diaper rash that also has a candidal (yeast) infection.
HOW IT'S SUPPLIED:
30 gram tube
HOW IT WORKS:
The miconazole works to kill the yeast infection while the zinc oxide and white petrolatum help protect the skin.
THINGS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR:
* Can be used in children 1 month of age and older.
* Should only be used in children who have a normal immune system.
* Should be applied during each diaper change for 7 days in a row.
* Only apply a thin layer of ointment - do not rub it into the skin.
* May cause irritation of the skin.
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