

Be sure to use the powder after clotrimazole and betamethasone combination cream has been applied and has disappeared into the skin.

Use a bland, absorbent powder (eg, talcum powder) or an antifungal powder freely once or twice a day. Instead, wear loose-fitting, cotton underwear. Do not use the powder as the only treatment for your fungus infection.įor patients using this medicine for jock itch:Ĭarefully dry the groin area after bathing.Īvoid wearing underwear that is tight-fitting or made from synthetic materials (eg, rayon or nylon). Use a bland, absorbent powder (eg, talcum powder) or an antifungal powder freely between the toes, on the feet, and in socks and shoes once or twice a day.

Wear well-ventilated shoes (eg, shoes with holes) or sandals. Instead, wear clean, cotton socks and change them daily or more often if your feet sweat freely.
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To help clear up your skin infection completely and to help make sure it does not return, the following good health habits are important:įor patients using this medicine for athlete's foot:Ĭarefully dry the feet, especially between the toes, after bathing.Īvoid wearing socks made from wool or synthetic materials (eg, rayon or nylon). Your doctor may want your eyes be checked by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor).ĭo not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas. Talk to your doctor right away if you have more than one of these symptoms while you are using this medicine: blurred vision, dizziness or fainting, a fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat, increased thirst or urination, irritability, or unusual tiredness or weakness.Ĭheck with your doctor right away if you have a skin rash, burning, stinging, swelling, redness, or irritation on the skin.Ĭheck with your doctor right away if blurred vision, difficulty with reading, or any other change in vision occurs during or after treatment. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time. Using too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems.
