Canesten® Extra Antifungal Cream

Canesten Extra 1% Bifonazole cream for athlete’s foot and skin fungus treatment 20g
Canesten Extra 1% Bifonazole cream for athlete’s foot and skin fungus treatment 20g with Canesten’s badge on top: Europe’s best selling antifungal foot health brand
Canesten Extra 1% Bifonazole cream for athlete’s foot and skin fungus treatment 20g
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Canesten Extra 1% Bifonazole Multi-Action Cream 20g for athlete’s foot and skin fungus treatment, with caption on top: Convenient – only 1 application per day
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Canesten® Extra Antifungal Cream

Canesten Extra Antifungal Cream fights athlete’s foot and a broad range of fungal skin infections like ringworm or jock itch.

It brings convenience thanks to its once-daily application and complete relief thanks to its anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory action.
Its fast absorption, high retention time and only 1 application per day make the cream effective, convenient and easy to use.
Also recommended as a follow-up to Canesten Extra fungal nail treatment.

What is athlete’s foot?

It’s a fungal skin infection caused by fungi that thrive in warm and moist environments like changing rooms, showers and public pools. Walking barefoot in these places puts you at greater risk. Athlete’s foot usually occurs between your toes, but it can also affect the soles and sides of your feet.

Good to know!

You don’t have to be an athlete to get infected and it’s not a matter of poor hygiene. Fungal skin infections may feel uncomfortable, but in most cases there’s nothing to worry about and they can be treated easily.

Common symptoms of skin fungus

  • Red rash or blisters

  • Itching, burning or stinging

  • Flaked, cracked or scaly skin

  • Splitting, softening or whitening skin

  • Unpleasant odour

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Complete

Works to kill the root of the infection and relieve symptoms

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Reliable

Effectiveness based on decades of science and innovation

Canesten® Extra for greater convenience and complete relief

Multi-action properties
The powerful formula with bifonazole effectively relieves fungus, bacteria and inflammation related symptoms of mixed infections.

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Perfect also for those enjoying sport regularly:
High retention time allows for only 1 application per day, which makes usage more convenient.

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How to use?

Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area and rub in gently. Needs only 1 application per day, preferably before going to bed at night, for 3 weeks.

Don’t forget!
Even if your symptoms seem to be clearing up, you should complete the full course of treatment to ensure the infection is treated.

When you have
athlete's foot

Athlete’s foot is a common condition. It’s not serious and not the end of the world, but the symptoms are annoying and can be even more so if the infection lingers or comes back. That’s why you shouldn’t ignore it:

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A fungal infection won’t go on its own. Treat it, don’t hide it.

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An infection doesn’t disappear just because symptoms do. Canesten Extra antifungal treatment needs 3-4 weeks to be completely effective.

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Start treatment sooner rather than later to fight fungus more effectively.

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If untreated, athlete’s foot can spread to other parts of your body and cause other types of skin fungus or fungal nail.

Care about your
loved ones

Athlete’s foot is very contagious. It not only easily spreads to other parts of your body, but also to other people. Your loved ones are especially susceptible, but there are a few things you can do:

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Don’t share shoes, towels or bed sheets.

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Wash your hands after applying the treatment or choose a treatment with no-touch applicator

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Tell your loved ones about the infection so they take similar precautions.

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Help them with Canesten® treatment if needed.

Take control of skin fungus

Kick off your shoes with confidence and don’t miss a thing.

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Give the boot to anxiety and discomfort – let Canesten help you enjoy every day.

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At Canesten we have been pioneering antifungal solutions for decades

We offer reliable treatments and the practical advice you need so you can get things fixed yourself easily.
 

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Don’t just take our word for it

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I've had athlete's foot for a while and it's come and gone, but once it returned it was there to stay. My doctor recommended athlete's foot cream and once I tried Canesten I haven't noticed any returning symptoms.

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I've had athlete's foot for a while and it's come and gone, but once it returned it was there to stay. My doctor recommended athlete's foot cream and once I tried Canesten I haven't noticed any returning symptoms.

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I've had athlete's foot for a while and it's come and gone, but once it returned it was there to stay. My doctor recommended athlete's foot cream and once I tried Canesten I haven't noticed any returning symptoms.

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Frequently asked questions
about Athlete’s Foot

    If I ignore it, will it go away on its own?

    Unfortunately not. Athlete’s foot is a fungal skin infection which requires treatment with anti-fungal medicine. The earlier you treat it the sooner it will clear up. For information on treating athlete’s foot simply and effectively, visit our athlete’s foot treatment page.

    How long does the treatment take?

    Depending on the product, recommended treatment time varies from 1 to 4 weeks. The symptoms of the skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment with all Canesten Athlete’s foot creams. If the symptoms do not improve within 7 days, please consult your doctor.

    Can I continue exercising if I have athlete’s foot?

    Athlete’s foot shouldn’t stop you from exercising, though you should stay away from swimming in order to help prevent spreading the infection. When exercising, you should wear cotton socks and in changing rooms you should wear flip flops or sandals. After exercising, be sure to properly clean and dry your feet, wash your socks in hot water and let your shoes dry after wearing them.

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