econazole topical

Pronunciation: ee CON a zole

Brand: Econazole Nitrate, Ecoza

What is the most important information I should know about econazole topical?


What is econazole topical?

Econazole is an antifungal medicine that fights infections caused by fungus.

Econazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat athlete's foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis). Econazole topical is also used to treat tinea versicolor (a fungus that discolors the skin), and yeast infections of the skin.

Econazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using econazole topical?

You should not use econazole topical if you are allergic to it.

To make sure econazole topical is safe for you, tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven).


It is not known whether econazole topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not use this medicine on a child without medical advice.

How should I use econazole topical?


Do not take by mouth. Econazole topical is for use only on the skin.

Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine. Clean and dry the affected area.

Apply only a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Spread the medicine onto the nearby skin about 1 inch on all sides of the affected areas. Avoid applying this medicine over large areas of skin.

To treat athlete's foot: Apply the medicine to the affected areas and nearby skin once per day for 1 month.

To treat jock itch, ringworm, or tinea versicolor: Apply the medicine to the affected areas and nearby skin once per day for 2 weeks.

To treat yeast infections of the skin: Apply the medicine to the affected areas and nearby skin twice per day for 2 weeks.

Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to. Bandaging can increase the amount of drug absorbed through your skin and may cause harmful effects.


Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using econazole topical.



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What should I avoid while using econazole topical?

Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes.

What are the possible side effects of econazole topical?


Call your doctor at once if you have severe burning, redness, or stinging after applying the medicine.

Common side effects may include mild rash or skin irritation where the medicine was applied.


What other drugs will affect econazole topical?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied econazole. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about econazole topical.



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