Daktarin Oral Gel
Daktarin Oral Gel contains miconazole, an antifungal medicine used to destroy fungi and yeasts that cause infections in the oral cavity and digestive tract. Its sticky formulation ensures it remains in the mouth to treat localized thrush effectively. It is suitable for adults, children, and infants aged 4 months and older.
Dosage by Body Weight
Apply the gel directly to the affected area after meals using a clean finger. Do not swallow the gel immediately; keep it in the mouth for as long as possible. For infants and young children, the dose should be divided into smaller portions and applied to the front of the mouth, never at the back of the throat, to avoid the risk of choking.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated / Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in infants under 4 months of age or those whose swallowing reflex is not yet fully developed due to choking hazards.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 1.25 mL (approx. 1/4 spoon)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- For infants aged 4 months and older. Divide the dose into small portions and apply with a clean finger. Do not apply to the back of the throat.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 1.25 mL (approx. 1/4 spoon)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer after feeds. Ensure the child does not swallow the gel immediately. Continue treatment for at least one week after symptoms disappear.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mL (approx. 1/2 spoon)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- For children over 2 years of age. Spread the gel around the mouth and keep it in contact with the affected areas as long as possible before swallowing.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mL (approx. 1/2 spoon)
- Frequency
- 4 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer after meals. Ensure good oral hygiene is maintained alongside treatment. Continue for 7 days after symptoms resolve.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated / Not recommended | Do not use | Contraindicated in infants under 4 months of age or those whose swallowing reflex is not yet fully developed due to choking hazards. |
| 5-7 kg | 1.25 mL (approx. 1/4 spoon) | 4 times daily | For infants aged 4 months and older. Divide the dose into small portions and apply with a clean finger. Do not apply to the back of the throat. |
| 8-10 kg | 1.25 mL (approx. 1/4 spoon) | 4 times daily | Administer after feeds. Ensure the child does not swallow the gel immediately. Continue treatment for at least one week after symptoms disappear. |
| 11-15 kg | 2.5 mL (approx. 1/2 spoon) | 4 times daily | For children over 2 years of age. Spread the gel around the mouth and keep it in contact with the affected areas as long as possible before swallowing. |
| 16-20 kg | 2.5 mL (approx. 1/2 spoon) | 4 times daily | Administer after meals. Ensure good oral hygiene is maintained alongside treatment. Continue for 7 days after symptoms resolve. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment and prevention of fungal infections (thrush) of the mouth, throat, gullet, and gastrointestinal tract.
Generic Name
MiconazoleScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.