Do not use if you are allergic to the activ substance, or any other substances listed in the ingredients section If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnanact please consult your doctor before using this product. Daktarin Gold contains 2% of the active ingredient ketoconazole. Ketoconazole is an antifungal treatment which when applied to the skin kills fungi that are responsible for infections on the skin. You can use Daktarin Gold 2% cream if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not apply directly to the breast whilst breast-feeding.

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect. Uncommon (affect between 1 in 100 and 1 in 1000 people) Wash and dry the infected area of skin. If you're treating your feet, make sure you dry between your toes.

Daktarin Gold has been tried and tested to stop the spread and to clear up fungal infections with daily use, usually within 2 weeks. Antifungal medicines are used to treat fungal infections, which most commonly affect your skin, hair and nails. When applying Daktarin Gold, make sure that you wash your hands before and after use to prevent spreading the fungal infection to other parts of your body. Sweat rash (intertrigo) is also caused by candida yeast, this time in areas where the skin gets sweaty and rubs together, such as your armpits. It can be quite sore, so it’s worth treating with an antifungal treatment which also contains an anti-inflammatory pain-killer, such as Daktakort Hydrocortisone. Daktarin Gold 2% cream contains ketoconazole which is commonly used to treat fungal infection. When Daktarin Gold is applied to the skin, the ketoconazole targets fungal cells and makes holes in their membranes causing them to die which prevents further spread of the infection and heals the treated areas.

You should read the patient information leaflet that is supplied with your medication for more information about side effects associated with Daktarin cream. You can find a copy of this here Daktarin is an external treatment available in a range of formulas including cream, powder and an oral gel. All of the products are equally effective in treating Athlete’s foot, and the ideal product often comes down to personal preference. Keeping the area dry can prevent the infection from spreading, and the Daktarin powder helps to keep the infected area this way. You can use the cream and gel by applying it directly to the affected area.Unless the infected skin is on your hands, wash your hands after applying the cream to avoid spreading the infection to other areas of the body, or to other people.

If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients. If this applies to you, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using Daktarin Gold 2% Cream. This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist. Before starting any new treatment it is essential that you have read all information provided by the manufacturer to ensure you are aware of all potential side effects. Tolnaftate and undecenoate are yet another group of antifungals. You may have more or less success with them compared with other antifungals, depending on the type of fungus that’s found its way into your skin. Do not share or use another person’s Daktarin Gold cream as it may be harmful to them. Daktarin Gold is used to treat fungal infections which can be spread by sharing creams.If you think you have experienced side effects from Daktarin cream, you can report them using the yellow card scheme. Daktarin cream with other medicines Inhaling the spray might irritate your airways. If a large amount is breathed in, see a doctor straigh away. You're more at risk of getting one of these more serious fungal infections if you have a weakened immune system – for example, if you're taking medicines to suppress your immune system. Types of antifungal medicines If you forget to use your ketoconazole cream or shampoo, just skip the missed dose and then keep to your usual routine. What if I use too much? Amorolfine is used to treat fungal nail infections. “It works by stopping ergosterol from being produced, which is a chemical fungus that causes nail infections,” says Hussain. “Using an amorolfine cream helps to kill the infection, and allows healthy nails to grow instead.”