MICETAL 10 mg /G Gel
How to use MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL
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Introduction
Package Leaflet: Information for the User
Micetal 10 mg/g Gel
Flutrimazol
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting to use this medicine because it contains important information for you.
- Keep this package leaflet, you may need to read it again.
- If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
- If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this package leaflet. See section 4.
Contents of the package leaflet:
- What is Micetal and what is it used for
- What you need to know before you start using Micetal
- How to use Micetal
- Possible side effects
- Storage of Micetal
- Contents of the pack and other information
1. What is Micetal and what is it used for
Flutrimazol belongs to a group of medicines called topical antifungals (imidazole derivatives) used to treat skin infections caused by fungi and yeasts.
This medicine is indicated for the treatment of the following superficial skin infections:
- Pityriasis capitis(dandruff).
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis (a disease that mainly affects the face and chest, causing redness and skin scaling).
2. What you need to know before you start using Micetal
Do not use Micetal
- if you are allergic to the active substance (flutrimazol), to other imidazole antimycotics, or to any of the other components of this medicine (listed in section 6).
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to use Micetal.
For external use only. Do not apply to eyes or mucous membranes.
In case of allergic reaction, treatment should be discontinued and a doctor consulted.
Children
Do not apply to children under 10 years of age.
Using Micetal with other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or might use any other medicines.
No interaction studies have been performed.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid using this medicine during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. In the first trimester of pregnancy, it should only be used when the doctor considers it necessary for the patient's health.
It is not known whether flutrimazol passes into breast milk. Your doctor will decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop treatment after considering the benefit of breastfeeding to the baby and the benefit of treatment to the mother.
Driving and using machines
Micetal has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
Micetal gel contains benzoic acid (E-210), castor oil, and Peru balsam
This medicine may be slightly irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes because it contains benzoic acid.
This medicine may cause skin reactions because it contains castor oil.
This medicine may cause skin reactions because it contains Peru balsam.
3. How to use Micetal
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine given by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
The recommended dose and duration of treatment for adults and children from 10 yearsis 3 times a week, for a period of 4 weeks.
Method of use
For cutaneous use.
Apply the gel in sufficient quantity to the scalp and adjacent areas by gentle massage or friction. Leave it to act for 3 to 5 minutes before rinsing with plenty of water.
If symptoms improve after the first few days of treatment, do not interrupt treatment until the period indicated by your doctor is completed. And if after 4 weeks of treatment the symptoms do not improve, consult your doctor again.
If you use more Micetal than you should
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 915 620 420, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
- General disorders and administration site conditions:local irritation or burning after the first applications.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this package leaflet. You can also report side effects directly through the Spanish Medicines and Healthcare Products Agency (AEMPS) website: www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. Storage of Micetal
Store below 30°C.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the packaging after ‘CAD’. The expiry date is the last day of the month shown.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Dispose of the packaging and any unused medicine in a designated pharmacy collection point. If you are unsure, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medicine. This will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and other information
Composition of Micetal
- The active substance is flutrimazol. Each gram of gel contains 10 milligrams of flutrimazol.
- The other components (excipients) are polysorbate 20 (E-432), caprylyl/capryl glucosides, cocamidopropyl betaine, acrylates/stearyl acrylate copolymer, diazolidinyl urea, propyl PG-betaína dimethicone, sodium hydroxide, citrus perfume (a mixture of flavoring substances, benzoic acid (E-210), castor oil, and Peru balsam) and purified water.
Appearance and packaging of the product
White bottle of 100 grams of gel, made of polyethylene with a polypropylene cap.
Marketing authorisation holder
LABORATORIOS ERN, S.A.
Perú, 228
08020 Barcelona, Spain
Manufacturer
Ferrer Internacional, S.A.
C/ Joan Buscallà 1-9
08190 Sant Cugat del Vallès (Barcelona), Spain
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Manufacturer
LABORATORIOS ERN, S.A.
Gorgs Lladó, 188
08210 Barberá del Vallés, Barcelona, Spain
Date of last revision of this package leaflet: 09/2019
Detailed and up-to-date information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Healthcare Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/
- Country of registration
- Dosage formGEL, 1 g of flutrimazole/100 ml
- ATC codeD01AC16
- Average pharmacy price7.63 EUR
- Availability in pharmacies
Supply issue reported
Data from the Spanish Agency of Medicines (AEMPS) indicates a supply issue affecting this medicine.
Availability may be limited in some pharmacies.
For updates or alternatives, consult your pharmacist. - Active substance
- Prescription requiredYes
- Manufacturer
- CompositionHIDROXIDO DE SODIO (E 524) (0 Cantidad suficiente mg), POLISORBATO 20 (0,2 g mg)
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
- Alternatives to MICETAL 10 mg/g GELDosage form: CREAM, 1 g flutrimazole/100 g of creamActive substance: flutrimazoleManufacturer: Laboratorios Ern S.A.Prescription requiredDosage form: TOPICAL SOLID, 1 g of flutrimazole/100 g of powderActive substance: flutrimazoleManufacturer: Laboratorios Ern S.A.Prescription requiredDosage form: TOPICAL SOLUTION, 10 mg/mlActive substance: flutrimazoleManufacturer: Laboratorios Ern S.A.Prescription required
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a prescription required for MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL?
MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL?
The active ingredient in MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL is flutrimazole. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL cost in pharmacies?
The average pharmacy price for MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL is around 7.63 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
Who manufactures MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL?
MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL is manufactured by Laboratorios Ern S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
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What are the alternatives to MICETAL 10 mg/g GEL?
Other medicines with the same active substance (flutrimazole) include MICETAL 10 mg/g CREAM, MICETAL 10 mg/g CUTANEOUS POWDER, MICETAL 10 mg/ml CUTANEOUS SPRAY SOLUTION. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
