Miconazole Nitrate Coupons & Prices

Miconazole nitrate is an over-the-counter azole antifungal sold under brand names like Monistat, Desenex, Micatin, Lotrimin AF (miconazole), Zeasorb-AF, and Ting. It treats common skin and vaginal fungal infections, and while it is available without a prescription, some shoppers still pay less at the pharmacy counter with a free miconazole nitrate coupon. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price at pharmacies near you.

What is miconazole nitrate and how does it work?

Miconazole nitrate is an azole (imidazole) antifungal medicine. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. As ergosterol runs short, the fungal cell membrane becomes leaky and its normal function breaks down, which stops the fungus from growing. It is a generic medicine that is widely available over the counter in both topical and vaginal forms.

Topical forms (cream, spray, powder, spray powder, and tincture) are used on the skin to treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea corporis (ringworm), and cutaneous candidiasis (yeast infections of the skin). Vaginal forms (creams and suppositories, such as Monistat 1, 3, and 7) treat vulvovaginal candidiasis, the common vaginal yeast infection.

How to use miconazole nitrate

Follow the directions on the package or from your pharmacist or clinician. Miconazole nitrate is for external or vaginal use only, depending on the product, and should be kept away from the eyes. For skin infections, apply to the affected area as directed and complete the full course even if symptoms improve early, so the infection does not return. Vaginal products come as a cream or suppository placed inside the vagina; the number of days of treatment depends on the product you choose (for example, Monistat 1, 3, or 7).

This is general information, not medical advice. If your symptoms do not improve, or if you have a first-time vaginal infection, recurring infections, fever, or a foul-smelling discharge, see a clinician before treating yourself.

Saving on miconazole nitrate with an Rx.com coupon

Miconazole nitrate is inexpensive and sold over the counter, so many people simply buy it off the shelf. But because it is also available as a prescription-strength or larger-quantity generic, some shoppers pay less when a clinician writes it as a prescription and they use a free Rx.com discount coupon at the pharmacy. Prices vary by pharmacy, formulation (cream, spray, powder, or vaginal suppository), and quantity.

There is no manufacturer copay or savings card for this generic OTC product. To compare, enter your ZIP code above to see today's price at nearby pharmacies, then show the coupon at checkout. It is always worth comparing the shelf price to the coupon price on the exact form you need.

Miconazole nitrate vs. other antifungals

Several other antifungals treat the same skin and vaginal infections, and the best choice depends on the infection, the product form, and how your body responds. Related options include:

• clotrimazole — another OTC azole antifungal for skin and vaginal yeast infections, very similar to miconazole.
• tioconazole — an OTC azole used as a single-dose vaginal treatment.
• terbinafine — an OTC topical (allylamine) antifungal often used for athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
• tolnaftate — an OTC topical antifungal for tinea infections of the skin.
• ketoconazole — an azole antifungal available in topical forms.
• fluconazole — a prescription oral azole antifungal sometimes used for vaginal yeast infections.

Ask your pharmacist or clinician which product and form fits your situation.

Safety and side effects

Miconazole nitrate is generally very safe as an over-the-counter topical or vaginal product, and it carries no boxed warning. The most common effects are local: burning, itching, irritation, redness, or dryness where it is applied, and vaginal products may cause vulvovaginal burning or irritation. Stop use and seek care if you have signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, hives, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or trouble breathing.

A few practical points: vaginal miconazole can weaken latex condoms and diaphragms, so those may not be reliable during treatment. See a clinician for a first-time vaginal infection, recurrent infections, fever, or foul discharge. Rarely, intravaginal miconazole can increase the effect of the blood thinner warfarin, raising bleeding and INR risk, so tell your provider if you take warfarin. This is not medical advice; talk with your provider or pharmacist about your specific situation.