Treatment of Athlete's foot

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There are various creams, powders, and sprays available, which can mostly be bought over the counter (OTC) at the pharmacist.

There are two Imidazole creams (miconazole and clotrimazole) available OTC- These will kill the fungus and need to be applied for two weeks after symptoms appear to have cleared up to get rid of all the remaining fungal spores.
Topical terbinafine cream is available OTC, and requires only 1 to 2 weeks of treatment, but is more expensive than Imidazole creams.
Tolnaftates act by reducing the growth of fungus, and can be in conjunction with Imidazole creams. They are available as: A cream- for use directly on to the feet: A powder - for use in shoes and socks: A spray - for use directly on the feet and sprayed in shoes
Salicylic and Benzoic Acid- Together these have anti- fungal properties and are able penetrate the skin by removing surface hard skin.

If symptoms do not improve, see your doctor, who will make sure the diagnosis is correct and may be able to prescribe alternative treatment.

An antifungal tablet may be prescribed if the infection does not clear up with a cream.