Anyone can develop the condition, although men and teenagers tend to be most commonly affected. It is also common amongst people who take part in sport, because they use places where infection is likely to spread such as changing rooms and showers. Also, sport makes your feet warmer and more moist than usual which helps the fungi to grow What causes it?

Athlete's Foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection of the skin that usually occurs between the toes and on the soles of the feet. Who gets it? You are advisedto wash and dry the affected areas and apply night and morning, particularly between the toes, then dust with Mycota Powder. Antifungal preparations usually cause no side-effects, although mild irritation can develop occasionally. If this happens and the irritation becomes severe, stop using the preparation, as it could be a sign of an allergic reaction. How to store Mycota®Around 80% of adults have some sort of foot problem1 and 20% of people think their feet are the most unattractive part of their body. Effective anti fungal treatments are available over the counter and come in different formats: sprays, creams and powders. The stated antifungal treatment should be applied for as long as recommended in the instruction leaflet. Even if your symptoms have gone, it is advisable to complete the course of treatment. You should continue treatment for at least a week after the symptoms have cleared up to make sure the infection is fully treated. Mycotacan help you take care of your feet and provide effective treatment against athletes foot. It can also prevent you from getting infected especially If your worried about getting athletes foot or think you may be at agreater risk of infection. Mycota Cream

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. Every day our feet take an average of 6,000 steps1, which is the equivalent of walking round the world five times in an average lifetime. With treatment, the symptoms of Athlete's Foot will only last for up to ten days, but without treatment, the symptoms may last months or even years with the risk that the infection could spread into the nails! How can I treat Athlete's Foot?If possible, alternate between different pairs of shoes every 2-3 days to allow each pair to dry out fully before being worn again.

For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist. Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.Mycota Cream contains undecenoic acid 5% and zinc undecenoate 20% and is licensed for the treatment and prevention of Athlete’s Foot. Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect. Mycota cream has antifungal and antibacterial properties. It is used for the treatment and prevention of athlete's foot. The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer. Wash your towels frequently and do not share towels with other people. This will help to stop the infection from being passed on from person to person.