Oral thrush can make everyday tasks like eating, drinking, and even talking feel like a chore. Daktarin Oral Gel is specifically formulated to tackle these fungal guests head-on. By delivering medicine directly to the site of the infection, this anti fungal mouth gel provides rapid relief while ensuring the fungus is completely eradicated.
How It Works: Targeting the Fungus
The secret to the effectiveness of this miconazole oral gel is its active ingredient, Miconazole (2% w/w). It works through a clever biological mechanism:
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Ergosterol Inhibition: Miconazole prevents the fungi from producing ergosterol, a vital component of their cell membranes.
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Cell Destruction: Without ergosterol, the fungal cell membranes become "leaky" and eventually collapse, killing the fungus and stopping the infection from spreading further down the throat.
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Antiseptic Bonus: In addition to fighting yeast, this antifungal mouth gel also has some antibacterial properties, helping to clear up any secondary bacterial issues that often hitch a ride with thrush.
Key Features
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Sugar-Free Formula: Safe for your teeth and suitable for those monitoring their sugar intake.
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Pleasant Flavor: Infused with orange and cocoa flavors, making the treatment much more palatable than traditional medicated rinses.
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Stay-Put Consistency: The thick gel texture is designed to be held in the mouth for as long as possible, ensuring maximum contact time with the infected areas.
Ingredients
| Component | Ingredient |
| Active Ingredient | Miconazole base 2% w/w |
| Flavors | Orange flavor, Cocoa flavor |
| Excipients | Pregelatinised potato starch, alcohol, polysorbate 20, sodium saccharin, glycerol, water |
Usage & Safety Information
For best results, the gel should not be swallowed immediately. It should be kept in the mouth for as long as possible to ensure the medicine has time to work. Treatment should usually be continued for at least a week after symptoms have disappeared to prevent the infection from returning.
Important Safety Note: Daktarin Oral Gel can interact with certain medications, particularly blood-thinning medicines like Warfarin. In 2026, it remains critical to consult your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking other medications before starting treatment.
Shipping
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Returns
Returns are accepted within 28 days on eligible unopened items in their original packaging. Medicines, prescription products, and opened items cannot be returned unless faulty or damaged. For more details read our complete return policy.