skin disorders
Overview of Fungal Skin Infections
Treatment of Fungal Skin Infections
Antifungal medications Measures to prevent moisture Fungal infections are typically treated with antifungal medications, usually with ones that are applied directly to the affected area (called topical medications). Topical medications may include creams, gels, lotions, solutions, or shampoos. Antifungal medications may also be taken by mouth. In addition to medications, people may use measures to keep the affected areas dry, such as applying powders or wearing open-toed shoes. Corticosteroids can help relieve inflammation and itching caused by some infections, but these should be used only when prescribed by a doctor. Amorolfine (not available in the United States) Butoconazole Butenafine Ciclopirox Clotrimazole Econazole Gentian violet Ketoconazole Miconazole Naftifine Nystatin Oxiconazole Selenium sulfide Sulconazole Terbinafine Terconazole Tioconazole Tolnaftate Undecylenate (undecylenic acid, undecylenate salts, zincundecate) 