Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How did I get athlete’s foot?

A: Athlete’s foot is most commonly contracted by coming into contact with an infected person or an object that has a fungus on it. Walking barefoot in locker rooms, public pools, or shower areas may increase the risk of contracting athlete’s foot. People are most susceptible to athlete’s foot when their feet are sweating or lack proper ventilation. Shoes create the ideal environment for fungus growth, as they provide a warm, moist area.

Q: What are the symptoms of athlete’s foot?

A: Athlete’s foot can present as any one or a combination of these symptoms: itching, burning, scaling, inflammation, cracking, and discomfort.

Q: How long does it take Lotrimin to cure athlete’s foot?

A: Lotrimin Ultra with Butenafine Hydrochloride 1% starts relieving symptoms within one day and cures most athlete’s foot between the toes in 1 week, when used as directed.