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Compare Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

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  • Oxiconazole (Oxistat)
    Econazole
  • Oxiconazole (Oxistat)
    Econazole

  • Summary of Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    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.

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription 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.

  • Indications of Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

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

  • Pros and Cons of Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Works well to treat several types of fungal skin infections
    •Few side effects
    •Applied directly to the affected area(s)
    Cons
    •Might take 2 to 4 weeks to see improvement
    •Can cause skin irritation where you applied the medication
    •Oxiconazole (Oxistat) lotion doesn't have a lower-cost generic version; only available as a brand-name product
    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Applied once or twice a day, depending on the fungal skin infection you have
    •Generally well-tolerated
    •Lower-cost generic available for the topical cream
    Cons
    •Can take a few weeks to completely get rid of the fungal skin infection
    •Requires a prescription, unlike similar over-the-counter products
    •Might interact with warfarin (Coumadin) and raise the risk of bleeding

  • Common Side Effects of Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

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

  • Warnings of Oxiconazole vs. Econazole

    Common Side Effects for
    •For use on the skin only
    Common Side Effects for
    •Use only on your skin
    •Allergic reactions
    •Contents under pressure and flammable (Ecoza foam only)

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