• Miconazole topical is an antifungal medication. Miconazole topical prevents fungus from growing on your skin.
• It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

• Miconazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, tineaversicolor (a fungus that discolors the skin), and yeast infections of the skin.
• Miconazolebuccal is a pill placed between your check and gum to treat candida (yeast) infections inside the mouth.

•  nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; diarrhea; headache; or changes in your sense of taste.
•  Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Some tips for personal hygiene:

•  Wash your hands with soap before and after applying the cream.
•  Do not share your towel or clothes with anyone. 
•  Wear clean clothes every day to prevent infection.
•  Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
•  Treatment may be needed for 2 to 6 weeks for skin infections and 6 weeks to 6 months for nail infections.
•  Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
•  Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
•  Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.