Many antifungal creams exist, treating various fungal infections. The specific name depends on the active ingredient and the brand.
Common Antifungal Cream Ingredients and Brand Names:
Several active ingredients are commonly found in antifungal creams. These include:
- Clotrimazole: This is a popular ingredient found in many brands, including Canesten and Lotrimin. Clotrimazole is a medicated antifungal skin cream, lotion, ointment, or solution that treats certain kinds of skin fungal or yeast infections.
- Miconazole: Another effective ingredient often used in antifungal creams. You might see this listed on products like Micatin. Antifungal Cream 2 % Topical is available with miconazole as an active ingredient.
- Econazole: This is less common than clotrimazole or miconazole but still an effective option.
- Nystatin: Often used for yeast infections, Nystatin is available as a cream, powder and oral suspension. Nystatin, the other polyene drug, is only approved for topical and oral "swish-and-swallow" applications.
Other antifungals are also available as creams, but the above are some of the most common. Always check the label to identify the specific active ingredient.
The NHS website also lists terbinafine (Lamisil), fluconazole (Diflucan), and ketoconazole (Daktarin) as examples of antifungal medications, though not all are available as creams. Antifungal medicines
Remember to always consult a doctor or pharmacist before using any antifungal cream, especially if the infection persists or worsens.
