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Canesten® Athlete’s Foot 1% w/w Cream

Canesten Athlete’s Foot Cream for athlete’s foot treatment
Canesten Athlete’s Foot Cream for athlete’s foot treatment
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Canesten® Athlete’s Foot 1% w/w Cream

Canesten® Athlete’s Foot 1% w/w Cream is an effective athlete’s foot solution which stops fungal growth, destroys the fungi and soothes itching.

This easy to use cream has been specially formulated with clotrimazole, an anti-fungal/anti-bacterial medication that treats all types of athlete’s foot without inflammation.

The active ingredient clotrimazole is anti-fungal to treat the fungi that causes your athlete’s foot as well as being anti-bacterial to help get rid of the bacteria that can cause your feet to smell.

What is athlete’s foot?

Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that affects the skin on your feet. It is caused by fungi that thrive in warm and moist environments like changing rooms, showers and public pools. Walking barefoot in these places can put you at greater risk. Athlete’s foot usually occurs between your toes, but it can also affect the soles and sides of your feet.

Good to know!

You don’t have to be an athlete to get infected, athlete’s foot is very common. Athlete’s foot may feel uncomfortable, but in most cases there’s nothing to worry about and it can be treated easily.

Common symptoms of athlete’s foot

You might have athlete’s foot if you notice:

  • Burning or itchy feet and toes

  • Scaly, very dry, cracked or peeling feet

  • A scaly, red foot rash

  • Softening or whitening of the skin between your toes

  • Cracked skin between your toes that may bleed

  • Smelly feet

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Works to treat the root of the infection and relieve symptoms

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Effectiveness based on decades of science and innovation

How to use?

Apply the cream thinly to the affected area and smooth in gently. Repeat 2-3 times a day for 4 weeks to treat the infection and prevent re-infection. The symptoms of the infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. Signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear.

Don’t forget!

Even if your symptoms seem to be clearing up, you should complete the full course of treatment to ensure the infection is treated.

When you have athlete's foot

Athlete’s foot infections can get worse if left untreated.That’s why you shouldn’t ignore it:

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Athlete's foot is unlikely to get better on its own. Treat it, don’t hide it.

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An infection doesn’t disappear just because symptoms do. You should complete the full course of treatment to ensure the infection is treated.

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Start treatment sooner rather than later to prevent it from spreading to other areas of your body.

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If untreated, athlete’s foot can spread to other parts of your body and cause other types of fungal skin infections. Athlete’s foot can spread to the groin and cause jock itch, or to the toenails and cause a fungal nail infection.

Care about your loved ones

Athlete’s foot is very contagious. It can spread to other parts of your body or to other people. Here are a few things you can do to help prevent spreading it to your loved ones:

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Don’t share towels, socks or shoes.

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Wash your hands after applying the treatment to prevent the fungal infection from spreading.

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Tell your loved ones about the infection so they take similar precautions.

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Help them with Canesten® treatment if needed.

Let Canesten® help you get back to you

Take control of your athlete’s foot with Canesten®.

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Kick off your shoes with confidence and don’t miss a thing.

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At Canesten® we have been pioneering anti-fungal solutions for decades

We offer reliable treatments and helpful tips so you can get things fixed yourself easily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I treat athlete’s foot?

    Athlete’s foot is a very common skin infection caused by fungus, and you can treat it easily with an anti-fungal medicine applied directly onto the infected area. Canesten® has a range of products available to treat your athlete’s foot. Click here to find out more about our athlete’s foot products.

    If I ignore it, will it go away on its own?

    Athlete's foot is unlikely to get better on its own. Fortunately, it can usually be easily treated with anti-fungal medicine. The earlier you treat it the sooner it will clear up. For information on treating athlete’s foot simply and effectively, visit our athlete’s foot condition page here.

    How long does the treatment take?

    Depending on the product, recommended treatment time varies from 1 to 4 weeks. The symptoms of the skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment with all Canesten® athlete’s foot creams. Signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen after using an athlete’s foot treatment, please consult your doctor.

    Can I continue exercising if I have athlete’s foot?

    Athlete’s foot shouldn’t stop you from exercising, though you should stay away from swimming in order to help prevent spreading the infection. When exercising, you should wear cotton socks which are more breathable and in changing rooms you should wear flip flops or sandals. After exercising, be sure to properly clean and dry your feet, wash your socks in hot water and let your shoes dry after wearing them.

    How do I prevent athlete’s foot in future?

    There are a few simple steps you can take to lower your risk of getting athlete’s foot. The most important measure you can take is to keep your feet clean and dry, especially after spending time in public changing rooms, pools or showers. For more prevention tips visit our athlete’s foot condition page.

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