Precautions While Using This Medicine

If your skin problem does not improve within:

• 2 weeks for ringworm of the body or yeast infection of the skin, tinea versicolor, or ringworm of the groin;
• 4 to 6 weeks for ringworm of the foot;

To help clear up your infection completely and to help make sure it does not return, good health habits are also required . The following measures will help reduce chaffing and irritation and will also help keep the area cool and dry:

• For patients using tioconazole for ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch) :
  • Avoid wearing underwear that is tight-fitting or made from synthetic materials (for example, rayon or nylon). Instead, wear loose-fitting, cotton underwear.
• For patients using tioconazole for ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis; athlete's foot) :
  • Carefully dry the feet, especially between the toes, after bathing.
  • Avoid wearing socks made from wool or synthetic materials (for example, rayon or nylon). Instead wear clean, cotton socks and change them daily or more often if the feet sweat a lot.
  • Wear sandals or other well-ventilated shoes.
• For patients using tioconazole for ringworm of the body (tinea corporis) :
  • Carefully dry yourself after bathing.
  • Avoid too much heat and humidity if possible.
  • Wear well-ventilated, loose-fitting clothing.

If you have any questions about these measures, check with your health care professional.