Antifungal cream with hydrocortisone over the counter

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CVS Health Antifungal Cream for Itch Relief

0.50 OZ, 0.03 lbs. Item # 334700

  • HSA/FSA eligible.
  • Contains clotrimazole cream USP, 1%.
  • Is a cure for most cases of jock itch.

CVS Health Antifungal Cream for Itch Relief can help you feel better and relieves symptoms of itching, burning, scaling, and chafing. This product is intended to treat jock itch, but it can also be used on other areas of the body .
CVS Health Antifungal Cream for Itch Relief contains clotrimazole cream USP 1%, is non-staining and non-greasy, which makes it very comfortable to apply. It is highly recommended by CVS Health Pharmacists.
To use CVS Health Antifungal Cream for Itch Relief, wash and dry the affected area carefully. Apply a thin layer of the cream over the area twice a day; once in the morning and once at night. This product can be used every day for up to 2 weeks. If the condition continues to persist, talk with a doctor to see if you should keep using it or try a different type of treatment.
This product should not be used on children who are under the age of 2 or on diaper rashes. Avoid contact with the eyes when using CVS Health Antifungal Cream for Itch Relief, and if irritation occurs, stop using this product immediately and consult with a doctor. This product is not effective when it is used on the nails or scalp.

Specifications

ConcernFormLifestageProduct TypeQuantity
Jock Itch
Cream
Adult
Skin Treatments
1-60 CT

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  • Are Nizoral and Hydrocortisone the Same Thing?
  • What Are Possible Side Effects of Nizoral?
  • What Are Possible Side Effects of Hydrocortisone?
  • What Is Nizoral?
  • What Is Hydrocortisone?
  • What Drugs Interact with Nizoral?
  • What Drugs Interact with Hydrocortisone?
  • How Should Nizoral Be Taken?
  • How Should Hydrocortisone Be Taken?

Are Nizoral and Hydrocortisone the Same Thing?

Nizoral (ketoconazole) is an antifungal indicated for the treatment of the following systemic fungal infections: candidiasis, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, oral thrush, candiduria, blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, chromomycosis, and paracoccidioidomycosis.

Hydrocortisone (hydrocortisone) Cream 2.5% is a topical (for the skin) steroid used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis.

Nizoral and hydrocortisone belong to different drug classes. Nizoral is an antifungal medication and hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid.

Side effects of Nizoral and hydrocortisone that are similar include nausea, skin itching, headache, and dizziness.

Side effects of Nizoral that are different from hydrocortisone include vomiting, stomach pain, skin rash, breast swelling, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

Side effects of hydrocortisone that are different from Nizoral include skin redness/burning/peeling, thinning of your skin, blistering skin, stretch marks, heartburn, menstrual period changes, trouble sleeping (insomnia), increased sweating, or acne.

Nizoral may interact with acetaminophen, cyclosporine, clopidogrel, digoxin, tacrolimus, loratadine, methylprednisolone, phenytoin, rifampin, oral diabetes medications, sedatives, blood thinners, cancer medications, birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy, methotrexate, cholesterol medications, or medications to treat HIV/AIDS.

Hydrocortisone may interact with skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime.

What Are Possible Side Effects of Nizoral?

Common side effects of Nizoral include:

  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • stomach pain,
  • itching or skin rash,
  • headache,
  • dizziness,
  • breast swelling,
  • impotence, or
  • loss of interest in sex.

Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Nizoral including:

  • vision changes, or
  • mental/mood changes (such as depression, thoughts of suicide).

What Are Possible Side Effects of Hydrocortisone?

Common side effects of Hydrocortisone include:

  • skin redness/burning/itching/peeling,
  • thinning of your skin,
  • blistering skin,
  • stretch marks,
  • nausea,
  • heartburn,
  • headache,
  • dizziness,
  • menstrual period changes,
  • trouble sleeping (insomnia),
  • increased sweating, or
  • acne.

Tell your doctor if you have any serious side effects of Hydrocortisone Cream including blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights, uneven heartbeats, weight gain, puffiness in your face, or feeling tired.

What Is Nizoral?

Nizoral (ketoconazole) is an antifungal agent indicated for the treatment of the following systemic fungal infections: candidiasis, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, oral thrush, candiduria, blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, chromomycosis, and paracoccidioidomycosis.

What Is Hydrocortisone?

Hydrocortisone (hydrocortisone) Cream 2.5% is a topical (for the skin) steroid used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis.

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What Drugs Interact With Nizoral?

Nizoral may interact with acetaminophen, cyclosporine, clopidogrel, digoxin, tacrolimus, loratadine, methylprednisolone, phenytoin, rifampin, oral diabetes medications, sedatives, blood thinners, cancer medications, birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy, methotrexate, cholesterol medications, or medications to treat HIV or AIDS. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

What Drugs Interact With Hydrocortisone?

It is not likely other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied hydrocortisone. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use. During pregnancy, hydrocortisone should be used only when prescribed. Infants born to mothers who have been using this medication for an extended period of time may have hormone problems.

How Should Nizoral Be Taken?

The recommended adult starting dose of Nizoral tablets is a single daily administration of 200 mg (one tablet).

How Should Hydrocortisone Be Taken?

Dose and administration: Apply hydrocortisone cream to the affected area as a thin film 2 to 4 times daily depending on the severity of the condition.

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Eczema (also atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis) is a general medical term for many types of skin inflammation. See Answer

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References

SOURCE:

FDA. Nizoral Product Information

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DailyMed. Hydrocortisone Product Information.

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Can you use hydrocortisone cream on fungal infection?

Sometimes hydrocortisone is mixed with antimicrobials (chemicals that kill germs). This is used to treat skin problems caused by bacterial or fungal infections.

Is there a antifungal steroid cream?

CLOTRIMAZOLE; BETAMETHASONE is a corticosteroid and antifungal cream. It treats ringworm and infections like. It also helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching caused by these infections.

Can I mix clotrimazole and hydrocortisone?

Sometimes clotrimazole is combined in a cream with a corticosteroid; either hydrocortisone (as in the brand Canesten® HC) or betamethasone (in the brand Lotriderm®). These creams are prescribed when the infection has caused the skin to become inflamed and sore.

What antifungal cream can I buy over the counter?

Which antifungal creams are available OTC?.
Clotrimazole. Brand names: Lotrimin AF, Trivagizole 3, Clotrimazole 3. ... .
Miconazole. Brand names: Monistat, Vagistat, Micatin. ... .
Terbinafine. Brand names: Lamisil AT. ... .
Tolnaftate. Brand names: Tinactin, Lamisil AF. ... .
Butenafine. Brand names: Lotrimin Ultra..

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