Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Exelderm

Canadian Brand Name

  1. Sulcosyn

Descriptions


Sulconazole is used to treat infections caused by a fungus. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth.

Sulconazole is applied to the skin to treat the following:

  • ringworm of the body (tinea corporis);
  • ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis; athlete's foot);
  • ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch);
  • ``sun fungus'' (tinea versicolor; pityriasis versicolor).

Sulconazole may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Topical sulconazole is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution
  • Cream

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023