Daktarin Oral Gel

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Daktarin oral gel is a medicine which is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat and gullet (oesophagus).

The gel is sugar-free and orange flavoured. Daktarin can be used by adults and children over the age of 4 months.

Daktarin Oral Gel is available to buy without a prescription from online pharmacies, such as Prescription Doctor, as well as high-street pharmacies and some supermarkets. Order before 3pm Mon-Fri for our pharmacy to dispatch your item the same day via a discreet next day delivery.

What is oral thrush?

Oral thrush is a fungal infection which develops in the mouth.

Symptoms of oral thrush include:

• Redness inside the mouth and throat
• Stinging or burning sensation in the mouth
• Unpleasant taste
• White patches in the mouth

Oral thrush can be caused by:

• having a weakened immune system due to a condition such as diabetes or HIV
• taking certain medications such as corticosteroid inhalers or oral antibiotics
• smoking
• wearing dentures

Thrush can spread if it gets into the bloodstream, so it’s important to treat oral thrush as soon as you can.

Oral thrush can be treated with over-the-counter oral thrush gel such as Daktarin Oral Gel, which you can buy from UK registered pharmacies such as Prescription Doctor.

How does Daktarin Oral Gel work against oral thrush?

Daktarin Oral Gel contains an antifungal called miconazole.

Miconazole destroys fungal cells directly to clear up the infection.

How do I use Daktarin Oral gel?

Daktarin Oral Gel is applied to the inside of the mouth to treat oral thrush.

The typical dose of Daktarin Oral Gel for Adults and children over the age of two is 2.5 ml (half a 5 ml spoonful) 4 times a day.

You should apply Daktarin Oral Gel at regular intervals throughout the day after food.

Use the included 5 ml medical spoon to measure out Daktarin Oral Gel. Using a kitchen spoon may provide an inaccurate quantity of Daktarin Oral Gel, resulting in taking too little or too much.

With a clean finger, apply the gel to the affected areas inside your mouth.

Keep the gel in your mouth for as long as possible - don’t swallow it straight away.

After applying Daktarin Oral Gel, avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes afterwards. This prevents you from washing away the gel too soon.

How long should I use Daktarin Oral Gel for?

Usually, you should take Daktarin for about 2 weeks.

It typically takes 1 week for Daktarin Oral Gel to clear symptoms of oral thrush. However, you should continue taking Daktarin Oral Gel for 1 week after the symptoms have disappeared.

If your symptoms do not clear up, speak to one of our doctors online.

How do I use Dakatrin Oral Gel with dentures?

Daktarin Oral Gel can be used with dentures.

Remove your dentures and rub some Daktarin Oral Gel on them before bed. This can help to prevent thrush from infecting your dentures.

What should I do if I forget to use Daktarin Oral Gel when I should?

If you forget to use Daktarin Oral Gel when you should, use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use Daktarin Oral Gel at the next usual time.

Do not use more Daktarin Oral Gel to make up for a missed dose.

What should I do if I use more Daktarin than I should?

If you or someone else uses more Daktarin Oral Gel than you should, inform your doctor as soon as possible or go straight to the nearest accident and emergency. Remember to take the packaging with you, even if there is no medicine left, as this can be useful for doctors treating you.

Daktarin Oral Gel Side Effects and Cautions

You should always read the patient information leaflet before taking Daktarin oral gel. The patient information leaflet contains instructions on how to use and store the gel, as well as important information regarding the safety of Daktarin gel.

You can view the patient information leaflet for Daktarin online.

Daktarin oral gel and other medicines

Do not Daktarin oral gel if you are on any of the following medicines:

• Astemizole
• Cisapride
• Oral midazolam
• Mizolastine
• Pimozide
• Quetiapine
• Quinidine
• Sertindole
• Simvastatin
• Lovastatin
• Terfenafine
• Triazolam
• Warfarin

If you are unsure whether Daktarin is safe to take with any other medicine you are currently taking, speak to your doctor or a pharmacist for advice.

Please inform our medical team of all medicines you are currently taking. There is a section on our medical form where you can provide this information.

Side effects of Daktarin Oral Gel

All medicines carry the risk of side effects, though not everybody experiences them. It’s important to understand the risks associated with taking any medicine, and to remain aware of side effects and reactions to the medicine.

Common side effects of Daktarin Oral Gel include:

• Discomfort in the mouth
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Regurgitation
• Strange taste in mouth
• Vomiting

Uncommon side effects of Daktarin Oral Gel include:

• Loss or abnormal sense of taste

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Further information regarding the safety of Daktarin Oral Gel, including a complete list of side effects, can be found within the patient information leaflet.

Allergies

Do not use Daktarin Oral Gel if you are allergic to miconazole or any of the other ingredients listed in the patient information leaflet.

Signs of an allergic reaction include:

• Chest tightening
• Dry, red and cracked skin
• Itchy, red watery eyes
• Itchy, raised, red rash (hives)
• Swelling of the lips, tongue, eyes or face
• Tummy pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea
• Wheezing

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

You should inform your doctor if you are pregnant, might be pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or are breastfeeding, before taking Daktarin Oral Gel.

Your doctor will be able to advise you on whether you can take Daktarin Oral Gel during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Other safety information

If you have any questions about Daktarin Oral Gel or oral thrush, you can send a message to one of our online doctors via the messages option under your Prescription Doctor account.

Please inform our medical team of all medicines you are currently taking, including those bought over the counter, prescribed by your doctor, as well as any health or herbal supplements you are taking.

Do not use Daktarin Oral Gel past the expiry date printed on the packaging. The date refers to the last day of the specified month.

Do not store Daktarin Oral Gel over 30°C.

Never throw away Daktarin via household or water waste. Take any unwanted or expired medicine to your pharmacy and ask them to dispose of it safely on your behalf.

Always store medicine out of sight and reach from children and pets.

Never share your medicine with anybody else, even if they are experiencing the same symptoms of have the same condition as you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Daktarin oral gel take to work?

It may take up to a week of using Daktarin Oral Gel for oral thrush symptoms to disappear.

Where can I buy Daktarin oral gel?

You can buy Daktarin Oral Gel online from Prescription Doctor’s UK based pharmacy. Simply complete our online medical form for one of our doctors to review. If your order is approved before 3pm on weekdays, our pharmacy can dispense and dispatch the medicine to your door via a discreet, next-day delivery.

How long can I use Daktarin oral gel for?

You should use Daktarin Oral Gel for as long as prescribed. Daktarin should be used for 7 days after your symptoms have cleared up to ensure the infection has gone, and prevent it from coming back.

Can Daktarin Oral Gel be used to treat cold sores?

Daktarin Oral Gel is used for fungal infections. Cold sores are typically caused by viruses and require topical antivirals or hydrocortisone cream.

If you unsure about your symptoms, it’s best to speak to your doctor.

Can you buy Daktarin Oral Gel over the counter?

You can buy Daktarin Oral Gel over the counter from UK registered pharmacies, or online from services like Prescription Doctor.

How much does Daktarin Oral Gel cost?

At Prescription Doctor, a single 15g tube of Daktarin Oral Gel costs just £6.99. You can view our prices at the top of the page.

Can I swallow Daktarin Oral Gel?

You can swallow Daktarin Oral Gel, however, you should avoid swallowing it straight away.

Can oral thrush be passed on through kissing?

While oral thrush can be passed on to others through kissing, it is unlikely to cause infection this way unless they are already at risk of developing oral thrush.

Women may experience thrush on nipples, caused by breastfeeding a child with an oral thrush infection.

Can I get Daktarin Oral Gel from Tesco?

As of December 2021, Daktarin Oral Gel is not available to buy online from Tesco, Asda, Morrison's or other supermarkets. You can only get Daktarin Oral Gel from a pharmacy.

Table of contents

How does Daktarin Oral Gel work against oral thrush?

How do I use Daktarin Oral gel?

Daktarin Oral Gel Side Effects and Cautions

Frequently Asked Questions