Athlete's Foot Cotrimazole Topical Solution USP 1% Antifungal Greaseless 10ml

Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Clotrimazole topical for the skin is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections. Clotrimazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Clotrimazole is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina, mouth, and skin such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and body ringworm It can also be used to prevent oral thrush in certain patients.

It works by stopping the fungi from producing a substance called ergosterol, which is an essential component of fungal cell membranes. Taking an antifungal medication for three to seven days will usually clear a yeast infection. Antifungal medications which are available as creams, ointments, tablets and suppositories include miconazole Monistat 3 and terconazole. For severe yeast infections, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal vaginal cream. These usually come packaged with an applicator that helps you measure the right dose. You can get a range of similar yeast infection medications without a prescription, too. Some are creams you apply inside the vagina. Others are suppositories or vaginal tablets you place in your vagina and let dissolve.