Pevaryl Antifungal Cream 1% 20g – Econazole Nitrate Cream for Athlete's Foot, Tinea & Ringworm

Pevaryl Antifungal Cream contains 1% econazole nitrate — a broad-spectrum imidazole antifungal that effectively treats fungal skin infections including athlete's foot (tinea pedis), ringworm (tinea corporis), jock itch (tinea cruris), tinea versicolor, and candidal skin infections. Econazole inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol — an essential component of the fungal cell membrane — disrupting cell structure and killing the infecting fungi. Pharmacy Medicine.

• Econazole nitrate 1% — broad-spectrum imidazole antifungal
• Treats athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, tinea versicolor, and candidal skin infections
• Easy-to-apply cream format
• Pharmacy Medicine (P Medicine) — available without prescription
• 20g tube

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of fungal skin infection can Pevaryl treat?

Pevaryl 1% cream is effective against dermatophyte fungi (causing tinea/ringworm) and Candida (causing skin yeast infections). This covers athlete's foot (tinea pedis), ringworm (tinea corporis), jock itch (tinea cruris), tinea versicolor (pityriasis versicolor), and skin candidiasis. It is not effective for nail fungal infections — these require oral antifungal treatment or specific nail lacquers.

How do I use Pevaryl Antifungal Cream?

Apply a thin layer to the affected area and surrounding skin once or twice daily. Rub in gently. For athlete's foot, apply between and around the toes and to the soles. Continue using for the full recommended duration even after symptoms have resolved — stopping too early is the most common cause of recurrence. Tinea typically requires 2–4 weeks of treatment.

How long until Pevaryl starts working?

Symptoms (itching, redness) typically improve within 3–5 days of starting treatment. However, the full course must be completed (usually 2–4 weeks) to eradicate the infection completely. Stopping as soon as symptoms ease almost always leads to recurrence.

Can Pevaryl be used on the face or scalp?

Pevaryl can be used on the face for facial tinea or candidal infections. Avoid contact with the eyes. Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis) typically requires oral antifungal treatment rather than topical cream alone — consult your pharmacist or GP.

What is the difference between Pevaryl (econazole) and Canesten (clotrimazole)?

Both econazole and clotrimazole are imidazole antifungals with similar mechanisms and spectrum of activity. They are generally interchangeable for most tinea infections. Econazole may have slightly broader activity against some Gram-positive bacteria, which can be useful when secondary bacterial infection accompanies tinea. Both are effective first-line topical treatments for tinea.