Athlete's Foot/ Antifungal Products
The term athlete's foot may be directed at jocks, but virtually anyone can suffer from its uncomfortable traits: itching and burning, redness, blisters, and dry, flaky skin on the soles of the feet and in between toes. Over-the-counter antifungal products are applied directly to skin and work to kill athlete's foot, a fungal infection. Below, see how several treatments stack up in the eyes of pharmacists. Also see foot care products.
| Product Name | Percent of Pharmacists' Votes |
|---|---|
| Lamisil |
46%
|
| Lotrimin |
39%
|
| Tinactin |
10%
|
| Micatin |
4%
|
| Zeasorb |
1%
|
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