Clotrimazole Anti Fungal Cream, 1% USP Compare to Lotrimin 1oz. (Pack of 3)

I struggle with skin issues on my face. My skin is sensitive and I am in a constant battle with Peorial Dermatitis. It mainly occurs around my mouth/chin and occasionally aroubd my eys and nose. It can resemble acne (it is not), but it more of a rash that is related to Rosacea. It comes and goes, but the flare ups can come often and can sometimes last for several weeks. It is brutal.After years of seeing doctors, allergy specialist and dermatoligists (who mainly just gave me a mulitude of different antibiotics and steriods off and on) I was at a loss. The medications they gave me did not cure it and messed with my internal system immensely. I prefer to be natural with my diet, cosmetics, medications, etc. I searched online for more information on my condition and ways I could treat it.This stuff works wonders! I mix it with coconut oil and use it on my face at night. If I have a bad flare up somewhere, I cake it on thick and leave it on like a mask for a couple hours. It stops my rash and clears up my skin within a day or two.I cannot reccommend this to everyone, but I must say it has made a huge difference for me. I suggest you reserch your skin conditions fully before using it to make sure it is right for you. I will continue to use and purchase this as long as I need to. I am so happy I found This quality product at an affordable price on Amazon. Thank you!

Tried this instead of the brand name product and was pleasantly surprised that it is the same quality and in a nicer package for much less $$$.

There are many different kinds of fungi and there is no one product that kills all of them. Any statements about "this product worked for me" are almost worthless. What works for my fungus may not work for your fungus. This is not a reflection on the quality of the product. It is only a reflection of the fact that you and I have different types of fungus. The best that I can do is to tell you about some different things to try for your particular fungus. 1% Clotrimazole is a good place to start. If that does not work, then try a stronger anti-fungal (2% Clotrimazole) or try a different type of anti-fungal.Below are some of your options. All OTC products mentioned below were available on Amazon as of 5/17/2016.Creams and Gels- You can buy 1% Tolnaftate cream here: Tinactin or Family Care Tolnaftate Cream.- You can buy 1% Clotrimazole cream here: Family Care Clotrimazole Anti Fungal Cream, 1%.- You can buy 2% Clotrimazole cream here: Clotrimazole 3-Day Vaginal Cream.- You can buy 1% Terbinafine (Lamisil) cream here: Equate Athlete's Foot Terbinafine HCl.- You can buy 1% Terbinafine (Lamisil) gel here: Lamisil Once. Supposedly it forms an invisible film that "allows the active ingredient to continuously fight the fungal infection over an extended period of days".- You can buy 2% Miconazole Nitrate cream here: Monistat 7 Vaginal Antifungal Cream or you can look for generic Miconazole Nitrate.- You can buy 4% Miconazole Nitrate cream here: Monistat 3 Vaginal Antifungal Cream.- You can buy 6.5% Tioconazole cream here: Monistat 1 Vaginal Antifungal Cream.- You need a prescription for things like: 2% Ketoconazole and 0.8% Terconazole. If the above products do not clear your problem up right away, you should go see your doctor. There are more effective (broader spectrum) anti-fungal creams. Your problem may not even be a fungal one.Powders -- Powder helps to keep the area dry. Fungus grows in warm, moist areas. Do not put powder on areas that are supposed to be warm and moist.- You can buy 1% Tolnaftate powder here: Tinactin Antifungal Powder.- You can buy 2% Miconazole Nitrate powder here: Zeasorb, Desenex, or Lotrimin Antifungal Powder or you can look for a generic Miconazole powder.Sprays- You can buy 1% Ketoconazole spray here: Ketohex Spray. Note that this is FOR PETS. Use it on humans at your own risk. This also contains 2% Chlorhexidine which is an anti-bacterial. I find that this product is easy to apply in areas where creams and powders are particularly difficult to apply. It also seems to be pretty effective.Soaps and Shampoos- You can buy 1% Ketoconazole shampoo here: Nizoral AntiDandruff Shampoo. The problem is that you wash it off right after you put it on. Supposedly it adheres to hair and is more effective on hairy areas.Tea Tree Oil- You can buy various liquids, creams, soaps, and shampoos with Tea Tree Oil (a natural anti-fungal). The ones that I have tried have been somewhat harsh on the skin -- drying and irritating.Pills and Capsules- You need a prescription for things like: Terbinafine, Itraconazole, or Fluconazole capsules. If topical treatments are not working, you may need a systemic medication. Long before you get to this point, you should be talking to your doctor. This is only mentioned here so that you can ask your doctor about it if he/she has not already mentioned the possibility of a systemic.- Often topical anti-fungals do not work on problems with the fingernails and/or toenails. The fungus is too deep for a topical anti-fungal to get at it. An oral antifungal like Terbinafine (Lamisil), Itraconazole (Sporanox), or Fluconazole (Diflucan) can often take care of the problem. Itraxonazole worked for me. Take a pill once a month for 3 months and all of your nails start clearing up. It may take many months for a new healthy nail to grow in place. All of these require a prescription. Talk to your doctor.Suggestions- Go see your doctor. I am not a doctor, and I am not offering you any medical advice.- Read the warning label and follow the instructions on the box.- Wikipedia has pretty good information on the various anti-fungal medications (Clotrimazole, Miconazole, Terbinafine, etc.). Read about it before you use it.- 2% cream is 2% cream. If you are a jock and you are embarrassed about using a "vaginal cream", put a piece of black tape over the word "vaginal".- Keep applying the medication after the problem appears to have gone away, as stated in the directions. Otherwise, it will likely come back.- Talk to your doctor about a maintenance plan to keep any new infections away.- There are many types of fungi. There is not one anti-fungal product that kills all fungi. In general, prescription products kill a broader range of fungi than OTC products.- Look for a cheaper generic product. 1% Clotrimazole is 1% Clotrimazole.

Relief in those problem areas!!

This stuff indeed does clear up athlete's foot and other fungal infections and works better than Lotrimin in my opinion. It is also relatively cost-effective. However, I don't think the claim that it "cures" athlete's foot is true. I have been using this stuff for years now and my athlete's foot infection simply won't go away for good. The cream certainly keeps it under control, but it has also certainly not cured it. I have to use this cream every day, twice a day consistently to keep my athlete's foot under control. It eventually became too costly for me. I was ordering a pack of 10 every other month. If you have a light or mild case of athlete's foot or other fungal infection, this may work for you. If you don't mind refilling regularly and just want to keep your infection under control, this will do the job too. However, it is not a cure.

*Editing now that I have a fully fleshed out set of products to clear up athlete's foot.*I have three boys who are all active in sports and the two in middle school also are required to use the locker room which is just a breeding ground for athletes feet. The clotrimazole works well in conjunction with good washing and drying habits. We've also added a few more products to our arsenal in the war on Athlete's Foot.The biggest hurdle is just getting the boys to remember to use it until their feet are completely fungus free! We use Artnaturals Antifungal Soap with Tea Tree Oil - 100% Natural Best Foot and Body Wash 12 Oz, Helps with Nail Fungus, Athletes Foot, Ringworm, Jock Itch & Body Odor - Kills Bacteria & Relieves Itching to clean and then they dry their feet and toes really good. Next is the Clotrimazole and finally when they put their socks or shoes on in the morning before school they use Zeasorb Antifungal Treatment Powder, Athletes Foot, 2.5oz. Lastly I use Natural Shoe Deodorizer, Foot Deodorant Spray for Athletes. Removes Odor, Stink From Bacteria. Mint Spray Freshens Better Than Powders, Antiperspirants, Insoles, Sneaker Balls. Use on Feet and Shoes. in their shoes/shoe boxes to keep the front room smelling like sweaty boy shoes. Together these products make a killing team!