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Tolnaftate vs. Clotrimazole

Tolnaftate is an over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal medication that's applied to the skin to treat ringworm, jock itch, and athlete's foot. It also helps relieve symptoms like itching, burning, cracking, and redness from these fungal infections. This medication comes in different topical forms, including a spray, powder spray, cream, and liquid. Tolnaftate can be used for adults and children 2 years and older, unless otherwise directed by a provider. Most people have few to no side effects while using this medication, though some can have mild skin irritation.

• Treatment and symptom relief of athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch
• Prevention of athlete’s foot

• Skin irritation (e.g., itching, redness)

• Use only on your skin
• Flammable and possible bursting (topical sprays only)

Clotrimazole (Lotrimin) is an antifungal medication used to treat certain skin fungal infections. A healthcare professional might also prescribe it for diaper rash. It's available over the counter (OTC) and by prescription as a cream or topical solution that you apply to your skin. You usually use it two times a day for a few weeks, depending on the infection. The most common side effect is skin irritation.

OTC:

• Athlete’s foot
• Jock itch
• Ringworm

Prescription:

• Yeast infection on the skin
• Tinea versicolor

• Skin irritations (e.g., itching, redness)

• Use only on your skin