Daktarin is a range of products for treating fungal infections such as athlete's foot, dhobie itch, intertrigo, nappy rash and thrush in the mouthFor those suffering from athlete's foot for the first time, the Daktarin Aktiv range offers a choice of treatments, all containing an anti-fungal and anti-bacterial agent that effectively treats the condition. All Daktarin Aktiv products can be found in the foot care section of all leading pharmacies and supermarkets. It is extremely important that once the symptoms of athlete's foot have disappeared, that you continue to treat with Daktarin for a further ten days. If your problem becomes a recurring one, you could try Daktarin Gold, as it requires 7 days of treatment for mild athlete's foot. It also rapidly relieves the annoying itch between the toes. Daktarin Gold can be found behind the pharmacy counter at all leading pharmacies.

Daktarin is the best-selling anti-fungal range to effectively treat and relieve a broad spectrum of fungal skin infections.

Signs and symptoms often include:
 

• Cracking and peeling of skin between the toes
• Inflammation
• Areas of white, dead skin
• Moistness or blistering
• Itching or soreness

Athlete's foot is a fungal infection of the foot caused usually by one of 3 different types of fungi. As it is not usually known which of these fungi has caused your athlete's foot, you need a treatment, such as Daktarin Aktiv cream or Daktarin Gold, which is effective against all the types of fungi that can cause athlete's foot.

When and how should I treat it?
 

You should treat athlete's foot as soon as you notice the first signs of infection. The skin often becomes inflamed and itchy with areas of ‘dead skin', moistness or blistering and cracking or peeling. It is important to treat the infected area quickly and thoroughly. Daktarin offers a range of anti-fungal sprays, creams and powders that can be used to treat athlete's foot.  to find out more about the Daktarin range of products.

How can I prevent re-infection?
 

Even if you've got rid of your athlete's foot, it is very easy to re-infect yourself. It is important to remember that the fungi that cause athlete's foot thrive in warm, moist conditions. Therefore, it is important to dry thoroughly after bathing, particularly between your toes. The fungi can live in your shoes, socks and on your towels if you don't change them regularly enough. You should wear good quality cotton socks that allow your feet to breath and make sure you wash them at 60°C to destroy fungal spores. Daktarin Aktiv spray powder can also be sprayed onto your feet, socks and in your shoes to help prevent re-infection.