Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream

What is Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream?

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream is an anti-fungal treatment which contains 1% of the active ingredient. It has proven effective in the treatment of a range of fungal skin infections including tinea cruris (dhobie itch/jock itch), tinea pedis (athlete's foot), Pityriasis (tinea) versicolor and skin infections caused by dermatophytes (a type of fungus).

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream and skin infections

The active ingredient in this medication is best used to treat fungal infections that are not found in the skin folds like thrush - for these, we would recommend using something else. See our Thrush condition page for details.

How does Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream work and how can you tell it is working?

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream can be applied once or twice daily. If the infection is severe we would recommend using twice daily

The likely duration of each treatment is as follows:

• Athlete's foot: 1 week
• Fungal infections of the feet of trunk: 1 to 2 weeks
• Pityriasis versicolour: 2 weeks

How can you tell if Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream is working?

Relief of symptoms is usually obtained within a few days. A complete cure can take up to 3 weeks in severe cases. Irregular use or an inadequate treatment period increases the risk of the symptoms returning. If no improvement is obtained after 2 weeks please contact your doctor for a review of the condition.

How to use Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream

You must also ensure that you have read the Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly before starting any new medication.

Apply to clean dry skin twice daily.

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream dosage

Apply TWICE daily for up to 3 weeks and for at least 3 days after it looks like the rash has gone. This is to ensure that any spores are treated.

If your symptoms are not resolved within 7 days you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream instructions

• Wash the skin and dry carefully then wash and dry your hands.
• Candidiasis: It is not recommended to use acid pH soap. This provides favourable growth conditions for Candida spp.
• Apply using the nozzle, use enough to cover the skin and a margin around the rash leaving a sheen on the skin.
• Spread evenly Do not rub or massage it in.
• Leave to dry before wearing clothes

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream should only be used as directed in the Patient Information Leaflet or as directed by a doctor.

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream is not for oral use. If consumed, seek advice from a doctor immediately.

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream should only be used as a single application if you have wet your feet within 24 hours of application or after 7 days do not see an improvement to your athlete's foot symptoms, speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Side Effects

The most common side effects associated with this treatment are: Skin exfoliation and itching may occur at the site of application.

In very rare (1 in 10,000) cases people may experience severe allergic reactions or blistered skin following an application.

If you experience unwanted side effects and you are concerned or you experience severe side effects you should get advice from a doctor or pharmacist or get help from your nearest emergency department.

Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream not working

If after 7 days you do not see any improvement to the condition of your skin that is infected you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist about other possible treatment options.

It can often take up to 3 weeks in severe cases for a complete cure, though you should see some initial improvement within the first 7 days.

Warnings

• If you are currently or have recently been taking any other regular medication you should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before commencing treatment with Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream
  
• In the event of allergic reaction, the cream should be removed and the treatment interrupted
• Some ingredients may cause allergic reactions and mild local irritation. This medicine also contains alcohol ingredients which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
• Prescription Anti-Fungal Cream may be irritating to the eyes. Contact with the eyes should be avoided. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, rinse eyes thoroughly with running water.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Always speak to a doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

For advice on preventative measures around athlete's foot, visit our athlete's foot prevention section.