Athletes Foot

Generic: Athletes Foot Powder Spray Talc Free

OTC

Also: Miconazole Nitrate✓ FDA-verified

This medication is used to treat athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch by relieving symptoms like itching, burning, and cracking. It works by applying a thin layer to the affected area, which helps to eliminate the fungi causing the infection. You should wash and dry the area thoroughly before spraying it twice a day, once in the morning and once at night, for four weeks for athlete's foot and ringworm, and for two weeks for jock itch. It's important to keep it away from your eyes and mouth and to avoid using it near heat or flames, as it is flammable. Additionally, do not use it on children under 2 years old unless directed by a doctor.

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Uses

athlete's foot. ringworm. jock itch.

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Dosage

Wash and dry the affected area thoroughly.

Shake the can well and spray a thin layer over the affected area twice daily.

For athlete's foot and ringworm, use daily for 4 weeks.

For jock itch, use daily for 2 weeks.

If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.

Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

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Side effects

Common

Possible irritationNo improvement within 4 weeks for athlete's foot and ringwormNo improvement within 2 weeks for jock itch

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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

For external use only.
Flammable: avoid using near heat or flame.
Do not puncture or incinerate the can.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use on children under 2 years unless directed by a doctor.
If swallowed, seek medical help immediately.

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).