Daktarin Aktiv Cream – Help Treat Your Athlete's Foot - Athlete's Foot Cream - Foot Care - 30 g

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Daktarin Gold contains 2% of the active ingredient ketoconazole. Ketoconazole is an antifungal treatment which when applied to the skin kills fungi that are responsible for infections on the skin. For treating fungal infections on other (or multiple) parts of your body try Daktarin 2% Cream , Daktarin 2% w/w Cream, and Daktarin Powder which can be used on the hands, feet, nails, outer ear, trunk, and groin. If you wish to dry the skin at the infected area then try Daktarin Powder. However, for a more moisturised application try one of the Daktarin 2% creams which will allow for a smooth application. If you think a medicine has made you unwell, you can report this side effect through the Yellow Card Scheme. Antifungal medicines for children If your symptoms tend to return in sunlight, use the shampoo once a day for up to 3 days before going out in the sun. How to use ketoconazole cream

Dandruff is often caused by seborrhoeic dermatitis (aka cradle cap in babies), caused by malassezia yeast. If you are taking any other medication, you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using Daktarin Gold cream. For skin infections, the cream should be applied to the affected area(s) of skin twice a day (morning and evening). Rub the cream gently into the affected area and surrounding skin.

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Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast feeding, talk to your doctor before using the spray.

Daktarin cream can be used to treat fungal skin infections in children over 12 and adults. Some example of fungal infections that Daktarin Gold can be used to treat are listed below:

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As well as applying Daktarin powder, gel or cream daily, you should also be sure to dry your feet properly after a bath or a shower and avoid sharing towels with other people while you have this fungal infection. Which Daktarin Formula is Right for Me? When applying Daktarin Gold, make sure that you wash your hands before and after use to prevent spreading the fungal infection to other parts of your body. You're more at risk of getting one of these more serious fungal infections if you have a weakened immune system – for example, if you're taking medicines to suppress your immune system. Types of antifungal medicines Daktarin Gold 2% cream contains ketoconazole which is commonly used to treat fungal infection. When Daktarin Gold is applied to the skin, the ketoconazole targets fungal cells and makes holes in their membranes causing them to die which prevents further spread of the infection and heals the treated areas.If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnanact please consult your doctor before using this product.

Sweat rash (intertrigo) is also caused by candida yeast, this time in areas where the skin gets sweaty and rubs together, such as your armpits. It can be quite sore, so it’s worth treating with an antifungal treatment which also contains an anti-inflammatory pain-killer, such as Daktakort Hydrocortisone. See a pharmacist or GP if you think you have a fungal infection. They can advise you on which antifungal medicine is best for you.Many athlete’s foot treatments also include antibacterial agents such as undecenoic acid, which can help to blitz the unpleasant smell that often accompanies the infection.