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Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

Oxiconazole, also known by its brand name Oxistat, is a topical azole antifungal that's used for many different types of fungal skin infections, such as jock itch and athlete's foot. The lotion is approved for adults and is brand name only. But the cream is available for people 12 years and older as a brand-name medication and lower-cost generic. Oxiconazole (Oxistat) is applied on the infected skin once or twice per day for 2 or 4 weeks, depending on the type of fungal skin infection. Side effects are rare but can include skin irritation, itching, or burning.

• Ringworm
• Jock itch
• Athlete's foot
• Tinea versicolor (fungal infection that causes small patches of your skin to be discolored) - cream only

• Side effects aren't common. See Other Side Effects.

• For use on the skin only

Econazole is a prescription antifungal medication that's applied to the skin to treat certain fungal skin infections, such as ringworm, jock itch, and athlete's foot. Econazole is typically used once or twice a day for 2 or 4 weeks, depending on the type of infection you have. The topical cream is available only as a lower-cost generic for adults. There's also a foam under the brand name Ecoza for people 12 years and older with athlete's foot between the toes. Most people have few to no side effects from econazole, though it's possible to have mild skin irritation.

• Athlete’s foot
• Jock itch - cream only
• Ringworm - cream only
• Tinea versicolor - cream only
• Yeast infection on the skin - cream only

• Side effects aren't common. See Other Side Effects.

• Use only on your skin
• Allergic reactions
• Contents under pressure and flammable (Ecoza foam only)