This medication is used to treat a variety of fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch. This medication is also used to treat a skin condition known as pityriasis (tinea versicolor), a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.

To cure most athlete's foot between the toes, apply Lotrimin Ultra® twice daily for 1 week (or once per day for 4 weeks). You can also use Lotrimin® AF Athlete's Foot products twice a day for four weeks to treat athlete's foot. Disappearing symptoms does not imply that the condition is cured.

Lotrimin Antifungal Athlete's Foot Cream cures most athlete's foot on the whole foot-and cures most ringworm-while providing effective relief from the following symptoms: Itching, Burning, Cracking, Scaling and Discomfort.

wash the affected skin with soap and water and dry completely before applying. for athlete's foot between the toes: apply to affected skin between and around the toes twice a day for 1 week (morning and night), or once a day for 4 weeks, or as directed by a doctor.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: blistering, oozing, open sores. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

Lotrimin AF Cream is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Lotrimin AF Cream (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections. Lotrimin AF Cream may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Lotrimin® AF Athlete's Foot Deodorant Powder Spray helps to helps to control odor and provide relief of itchy cracked skin on feet and toes.

After washing and drying your feet, apply an antifungal product. The antifungal terbinafine (Lamisil AT) has been shown to be very effective. Another option is clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF). You may need to experiment to find the product and formulation - ointment, gel, cream, lotion, powder or spray - that work for you.

Apply this medication to the affected skin, usually twice a day or as directed by your doctor. Dosage and length of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated. Do not apply this more often than prescribed. Your condition will not clear faster, but side effects may be increased.

Typical dosing for Clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF) Adults and children 2 years and older: Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) 2 times daily, or as directed by your provider. For athlete's foot and ringworm, apply regularly for 1 month. For jock's itch, use daily for 2 weeks.

So, if the bacteria on your foot isn't what causes foot odor, fungus might be the culprit. Many people know the fungus as athlete's foot, and it can also cause the foot to smell unpleasant. Dr. Antonopoulos says other foot odor causes include poor hygiene, wearing the same shoes every day and some disease processes.

Do

1. wash your feet at least once a day (use an antibacterial soap if you can)
2. remove hard skin with a foot file and keep toenails short and clean.
3. use foot powder or an antiperspirant.
4. wear breathable or natural fabrics on your feet, like cotton or leather.
5. let shoes dry out before wearing them again.