Antifungal Creams - Uses and Benefits

Antifungal creams are topical medications used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, and mucous membranes. They work by inhibiting the growth of fungi and providing relief from symptoms such as itching, redness, and inflammation.

Antifungal Creams FAQ

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What are antifungal creams used for?

Antifungal creams are topical medications used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch. Anyone can develop these fungal skin infections, and they are typically easy to treat with over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength antifungal creams.

Are prescription antifungal creams effective?

In some cases, prescription antifungal creams might be stronger or more effective at treating certain types of fungal infections. Some prescription products also contain a corticosteroid. A corticosteroid can be helpful for itching, swelling, and redness associated with a fungal skin infection.

What are the different types of antifungal creams?

These are used to treat fungal infections of the skin, scalp and nails. They include clotrimazole, econazole, ketoconazole, miconazole, tioconazole, terbinafine, and amorolfine. They come in various different brand names. Sometimes an antifungal cream is combined with other medications when two actions are required.

How do antifungal creams work?

Antifungal creams are used to treat a variety of fungal infections. They work by attacking the fungi that cause fungal infections and are available over-the-counter or by prescription. Antifungal creams are topical medications that should only be applied on top of the skin.