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Suggest Alternate Over The Counter Medication For Naftin
Question: Hello, I'm interested in a non-prescription substitute for Naftin. For athletes foot - something that dries out- doesn't leave the toes moist.
Brief Answer:
OTC terbinafin or tolnaftate;; undecylenic acid also good...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Naftin's substitute which dries out, you may find OTC powder forms of tolnaftate and/or terbinafin with good results.
Undecylenic acid has been shown good results too, but be careful do not apply on pus sores or badly broken skin.
I usually recommend my patients to:
- wash the feet especially between the toes with warm water and soap
- dry them well
- apply gentian violet solution, let it dry
- then, apply anti-fungal cream
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
OTC terbinafin or tolnaftate;; undecylenic acid also good...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Naftin's substitute which dries out, you may find OTC powder forms of tolnaftate and/or terbinafin with good results.
Undecylenic acid has been shown good results too, but be careful do not apply on pus sores or badly broken skin.
I usually recommend my patients to:
- wash the feet especially between the toes with warm water and soap
- dry them well
- apply gentian violet solution, let it dry
- then, apply anti-fungal cream
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
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