Remedies for sweating and foot odor: ointment, cream, folk methods

General information

The unpleasant odor emanating from the feet worries many people.
If it is present almost constantly, then even the most confident person gradually begins to feel self-doubt and acquires additional complexes. When feet sweat, this smell can spread very actively, even when a person is wearing shoes. And if the shoes get wet, the aroma spreads even faster and over impressive distances. As a result, constant anxiety, nervousness, and lack of self-confidence significantly complicate a person’s life, make him feel uncomfortable and experience constant fear that in certain conditions he will have to take off his shoes.

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An unpleasant smell also causes inconvenience to the loved ones of a person with such problems. Below we will talk about the causes of foot odor, as well as how to quickly and effectively eliminate the most common causes of unpleasant odor at home.

Cosmetical tools

In pharmacies you can find many cosmetic products that help cope with this problem. Thanks to the systematic use of special creams, it is possible to eliminate excessive sweating and unpleasant odor.

Deo Control

This product successfully copes with excessive sweating, giving your feet freshness. It can be used by both men and women. Thanks to this, it is possible to cope with the unpleasant odor. The product contains essential oils, zinc and paraffin.

The drug should be applied once a day. Particular attention should be paid to the area between the fingers, since inflammatory processes most often affect this area. It is important to consider that if there is damage to the skin, it is prohibited to use the substance.

Galenopharm

This cream has a non-greasy consistency. It is perfectly absorbed into the skin and does not leave behind a sticky feeling. At the same time, the product has a pleasant citrus scent and gives your feet freshness. To cope with the problem, the cream is applied 2 times a day.

Vichy

The cream from this manufacturer perfectly regulates sweating and reduces it. The achieved results last for a week.

The substance contains special microparticles. They enter the ducts of the sweat glands and help reduce sweat synthesis.

Belita

This cream contains a range of absorbent ingredients. These include starch, zinc, clay, talc. In addition, the substance includes beneficial oils - tea tree and lavender. Despite the liquid consistency, the product is easily absorbed and makes the feet drier.

Folk remedies for sweating and foot odor: bath recipes

packaging and bottle of formidron - remedies for excessive sweating of the feet

Formidron is an affordable alcohol-containing drug that suppresses sweating of the feet. Its main component is formaldehyde, which is toxic. Therefore, before using it, be sure to consult your doctor.

Apply to clean, dry feet in the morning using cotton wool soaked in formidron.
Pay attention to the areas under and between the toes and feet.
Wait until the skin of your feet is completely dry and only then put on socks/tights and put on your shoes.
The maximum number of applications per day is 2 times.

Furacilin is worthy of attention for those who suffer from foot hyperhidrosis. Use it like this:

tablets - 2 pieces, dissolve in a couple of liters of boiled water, soak your feet for 10 minutes. Take them out and wait for them to dry on their own. Perform these steps a maximum of 2 times a day - morning and evening,
solution - take 2 tablespoons and proceed as described above,
aerosol - spray on clean skin of the feet in the morning before leaving the house, and also, if necessary, at night. In the second case, wear cotton socks,
ointment - apply a thin layer of it after an evening shower on dry feet. Rub gently into the skin of your feet. In the morning, rinse with water at a contrasting temperature.

Formalin is similar to Formidron, but with a lower concentration of formaldehyde. Use it once a week as the product dries out the skin too much.

To treat feet, prepare a 3% aqueous solution of formalin, for insoles and shoes - 25%.

Chlorhexidine copes well with bacteria, which means you won’t be afraid of an unpleasant odor. It also acts as a drying agent, which reduces sweating.

Treat your feet with chlorhexidine solution at night.

girl's feet on dried flowers

Effective folk remedies for hyperhidrosis and foot odor are:

essential oils, such as mint, lavender, eucalyptus. Add 3-5 drops of any to the foot bath,
herbal teas, for example, sage, green tea, chamomile, plantain. Depending on the degree of the disease, prepare infusions of different concentrations. For the light and moderate version, pour boiling water over the herbs; for the strong version, cook them in a water bath, and then let it infuse. Take any of the dry herbs or a mixture of them in the amount of 2-3 measuring spoons and a liter of boiling water. Use the entire bath infusion at one time,
Kombucha infusion. To prepare it, use the tips about herbs discussed above,
dry cloves or lavender. Pour them into dry shoes at night,
alcohol infusion of birch buds, which you can easily prepare yourself. Pour 3-5 tablespoons of the dry ingredient with vodka in a glass container and leave for a week and a half in the refrigerator. Wipe your feet, paying special attention to the spaces between your toes.

For care, you need to choose the right products for foot odor. You can use anti-sweating deodorant or buy deodorant cream at the pharmacy. This remedy for foot and shoe odor is used every day.

On the advice of a specialist, you can buy at the pharmacy an ointment for foot odor and sweat or a medicine for foot sweat and odor (Cream “5 days”, “Green Pharmacy”, etc.). However, you cannot use such products all the time - you need to take into account the recommendations contained in the instructions.

Also effective and correctly selected product for sweat and foot odor, which is used for shoes.

Finally, a suitable folk remedy for odor of feet and shoes can also be beneficial - these are baths, infusions, powders.

Deodorants

Taking into account the mechanism of action, deodorants are usually divided into:

antiperspirants;
normalizing sweat secretion;
flavorings (they mask the smell);
medicinal.

Antiperspirants block sweat glands, so they cannot be used around the clock. You should provide “rest” to the skin of your feet, which should breathe normally for some time.

Products that normalize sweat production do not block the sweat glands, but at the same time maintain a minimum level of sweating.

Therapeutic deodorants prevent the growth of bacteria, thereby eliminating the cause of the odor. Such agents also cannot be used all the time: after all, bacteria gradually develop resistance to one or another agent.

Any deodorant is applied to clean and dry skin of the feet. After application, you need to wait until it is absorbed or dry, and only then put on tights, socks or shoes. The product should be washed off thoroughly in the evening, before going to bed.

In order to choose an effective and safe remedy, it is necessary to determine the cause of discomfort in the legs. In some cases, severe sweating is caused by physiological changes in the body or there are malfunctions in the excretory system.

Elimination of unpleasant symptoms involves the use of complex drugs containing active substances of various origins. Causes of severe sweating in the formation of the following factors:

wearing clothes made from non-natural materials (synthetic socks, tights, pants);
uncomfortable shoes with incorrectly stitched bends made of leather substitutes;
the presence of constant stressful situations that lead to increased sweat production;
lack of regular personal hygiene procedures.

If, when using effective remedies, unpleasant symptoms do not go away, then this phenomenon may indicate the presence of the following pathologies:

disruption of the endocrine system;
hormonal imbalances in the body;
maintaining a sedentary lifestyle;
infectious diseases, diabetes mellitus;
fungal infections;
diseases of various types.

Constant sports activities require careful care and regular hygiene procedures. Advanced forms of the disease contribute to the aggravation of general symptoms and the release of sweat with an unpleasant odor.

Treatment of hyperhidrosis

Medicine offers various remedies against sweating feet.

You can use folk remedies to combat sweating, but using ointment for foot odor is a more effective method.

Almost every ointment contains tannins. They reduce sweating and dry out the skin. Another mandatory component of the ointment is a substance with a bactericidal effect. It reduces the number of bacteria that cause unpleasant odors.

But how to choose the best medicine for sweating and foot odor? What remedy will help prevent foot problems? There is a wide variety of ointments, creams, sprays, powders:

Ointment for sweating feet Formagel has a preventive effect on foot fungus; the unpleasant odor will disappear within 2 days after the start of use. Apply this foot cream once a week; after complete absorption, rinse off the remaining ointment with water.
Teymurov's paste is a good antiseptic; it dries and disinfects feet perfectly. It contains talc, boric acid, borax and zinc oxide. The ointment must be rubbed in for several days before bedtime. The paste is contraindicated if there are cracks, erosions and acute inflammatory processes on the legs.
DEO-control foot cream is popular among lovers of natural hygiene products or preparations based on natural ingredients. The product contains lavender and tea tree oils, which allows it to have an antiseptic effect. And the content of vitamins, cocoa and shea butter prevents the growth of bacteria.
Antiperspirants that block sweat should not be used around the clock. They block sweat, and the skin needs to breathe. It is not recommended to use a medicinal spray regularly: bacteria gradually become accustomed to substances that become harmful to them.
The active substance of Hexamine is methenamine, and the additional component is water for injection. The drug is a good antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent. Hexamine is produced in different forms: powder, tablets, injection solutions, each of them has its own amount of active substance.

This drug has an analogue - Hexamethylenetetramine, which is a synthetic agent and relatively safe to use. It has been used in practice for over 100 years. Hexamine has a diuretic effect, so it helps eliminate toxins from the body. Thanks to these properties, the drug is used as a remedy for sweating of the feet and hands. The drug and its metabolites enter the urine 40-60 minutes after administration into the body. For the treatment of hyperhidrosis, 40% methenamine is used.

Treatment of hyperhidrosis with this remedy should be combined with treating the feet with antibacterial soap. Apply the prepared solution to clean and dry feet and the skin between the toes. But, before using this method of combating odor and sweating, it is necessary to heal the wounds and cracks on the legs and get rid of the fungal infection. It is important to monitor the condition of your feet and socks.

If ointment is chosen to treat the legs, it is preferable to do this procedure in the evening. Apply a thin layer of cream onto clean skin of the legs using massage movements. For better results, you can wear socks, preferably cotton ones. In the morning, your feet need a contrast shower.

Why is there an unpleasant odor?

The development of an unpleasant odor can be associated with both a number of natural causes and pathological factors.

Sweat glands are located on the surface of the skin and provide a very important function for the body - thermoregulation. It is with the work of the sweat glands that the appearance of odor is associated. When the ambient temperature is high and a person wears socks and warm shoes, the work of the sweat glands is activated. As a result, the unpleasant aroma becomes more intense.

Every day the body produces up to 200 ml of sweat. But the liquid itself, which the sweat glands produce, does not have an unpleasant odor, since it contains mainly water and only 1% ammonia, acids, chlorine and salts. The appearance of odor is due to the fact that bacteria develop active life activity in sweat, for which it is a very suitable environment. Naturally, in socks and shoes that people constantly wear, bacteria multiply very actively, because there is a warm and humid environment.

Each person, even in such a situation, has an individual aroma. For some people it can be mild and barely noticeable, for others it can be sharp and intense.

And some people suffer from excessive sweating because their sweat glands work too intensely. If such a problem exists, foot hygiene and hygiene rules in general must be carefully observed. This will help prevent bad odors.

Certain pathologies can also provoke this problem:

nail fungus and foot fungus;
changes in hormonal levels;
diseases of the nerves, experienced stress, phobias;
diabetes;
vegetative-vascular dystonia;
tuberculosis;
pathologies of the endocrine system;
vascular and heart diseases;
unbalanced diet.

Therefore, if problems with unpleasant foot odor suddenly begin, and this has not been observed before, you need to consult a doctor and undergo an examination. After all, it is likely that this unpleasant symptom is a sign of a serious illness.

There are also provoking factors that may cause bad foot odor:

ignoring the rules of personal hygiene;
insufficiently frequent change of tights and socks;
preference for synthetic products - tights, socks;
constant wearing of shoes made of non-natural materials;
preference for closed shoes;
wet shoes, socks, tights.

Causes of sweating and odor

Unpleasant changes in the body can be detected by both men and women. But the stronger floor is most susceptible to unpleasant odors. After all, men's sweat glands work in an enhanced mode.

On the surface of the feet there are a large number of microorganisms, the vital activity of which is associated with the production of sweat and the appearance of keratinized cells. By multiplying and becoming more active on the feet, they provoke the appearance of odor.

Sweat consists of water and some organic compounds. It is during their decomposition under the influence of bacteria that isovaleric acid is produced, which provokes a stench.

When sweat is broken down and oxidized, harmful microorganisms spread even more. The foot begins to sweat intensely, and an unpleasant aroma can be felt even from a distance.

The most common causes of disorders in the body are identified.

Hyperhidrosis develops in people suffering from diabetes, heart and vascular diseases. With poor blood supply to the legs, ulcers appear that emit an odor.
The occurrence of changes is influenced by incorrectly selected shoes. By squeezing the foot, air circulation is disrupted. The situation is aggravated by synthetic socks, which increase sweating.
Feet that a person does not care for properly or regularly can smell.
Sudden attacks of sweating can be observed in stressful situations and emotional stress.
Sweating and odor are a consequence of intense muscle work during physical activity.
Foot diseases are often identified as a provoking factor. With fungus, cracks, dryness, itching and flaking appear on the legs. Due to profuse sweating, the unpleasant odor increases.
Some women suffering from hormonal disorders experience sudden weakness and excessive sweating. Most often, this condition occurs at the onset of menopause.
Changes can be triggered by improper functioning of the digestive and excretory systems. If a person has constipation or diarrhea, this can cause an unpleasant odor.
The smell may intensify when certain products are consumed. Alcoholic drinks have a particularly strong effect. That's why men's feet often stink after drinking.

Most often, disorders occur in men.
To completely eliminate negative changes, it is necessary to combat the root cause of increased sweating and odor. Your doctor may recommend medication to help get rid of the problem.

Powder, powder for sweaty feet: application

the girl carried anti-sweating cream on her leg

The pharmaceutical industry is on the side of preserving health and protecting it from bacteria. That is why you will find a large variety of remedies for sweating feet in pharmacies.

Of the completely chemical preparations, the following have been tested over the years:

zinc and zinc-salicylic ointments
Teymurov pasta
benzoyl peroxide gel
cream “5 days”

For supporters of using products with natural ingredients, the following are suitable:

Deo cream
911 cream
Traditional healer
Simplestop Deo

Since one of the causes of unpleasant foot odor is a fungal infection, let’s add to the list of effective ointments and remedies for foot fungus:

lamisil
exoderil
ketoconazole
tioconazole

Pay attention to the instructions for any ointment and the specifics of its use. There are some that should be applied only once every 7 days. In other cases, daily use or only 4 days in a row is allowed.

General points for using ointments for hyperhidrosis:

wash your feet thoroughly with germicidal soap,
wipe them dry with a long-haired towel,
Apply the cream only to dry, clean skin of the legs, including the areas under and around the toes, feet,
The best time for therapeutic manipulations is the evening before bedtime. In the morning, rinse off any remaining cream with warm water.

a jar of zinc ointment for the treatment of excessive sweating of the feet

This ointment has drying and mild antimicrobial properties.

A day after starting use, you will notice the disappearance of the unpleasant odor, and after 3-4 days, a decrease in foot sweating. Provided that you do not have a fungal infection of the skin or an allergy to zinc.

Apply a thin layer of ointment to washed, dry feet.
Wear socks to avoid staining your bed/shoes.
Wash off any remaining zinc ointment in the morning/evening.
Repeat application of the ointment twice a day.
The duration of its use is 2 weeks. If the desired effect is not achieved, consult a doctor.

talcum powder scattered on the table before applying to feet for sweating

Dry bulk products for preserving feet from excess odor and sweat have long been known to mankind. The main component is a natural mineral ground into flour. Talc manufacturers add plant starches and aromatic ingredients to it.

Use talc or other powder for sweaty feet as follows:

wash and dry your feet with a towel,
shake off the jar of powder and unscrew the lid,
Sprinkle a little on the insteps of your legs, between your toes. Shake off any remaining talc
repeat the action for the feet,
put on socks or tights and put on your shoes,
If you sweat excessively, treat your feet again the day before, following all the above steps.

Constant application of anti-sweat ointments gives positive results in a short time:

exclusion of fungal infections;
providing a deodorizing effect;
drying of the feet due to high humidity and heavy sweating;
eliminating unpleasant odor and restoring freshness and comfort in the foot area;
relieving swelling and inflammation;
destruction of pathogenic flora of microorganisms.

The main effect of anti-sweat ointments is local application and restoration of the functioning of the sweat glands, followed by normalization of the endocrine system and hormonal levels. Drugs in this category have a higher level of concentration of active substances, so their use must be carried out in accordance with the instructions for use.

The drugs discussed above require strict adherence to the instructions for use, since if these conditions are violated, side effects and negative results are possible.

The use of Teymur paste consists of the following steps:

testing for allergies before directly using the ointment. To do this, the substance is applied to the back of the hand and observed for several hours. If there is no reaction, further use is possible;
exclusion of individual intolerance to the active components of the composition;
carrying out thorough hygiene procedures before applying the ointment;
ensuring maximum dryness of the skin to obtain the maximum effect of the paste;
applying the drug with light massaging movements to the area of problem areas of the body;
the maximum number of applications per day should not exceed more than three times.

With each application, you must first wash the skin, since in this case the effectiveness of the paste increases several times.

The use of Clotrimazole also has some features in eliminating unpleasant odor and sweating:

applying ointment to dry and clean skin;
the daily dosage of the drug is no more than three applications;
the duration of therapy depends on the degree of sweating of the feet and the presence of a bacterial infection;
the average course of treatment lasts about 30 days;
relief of acute symptoms is observed after two weeks of use of the ointment.

Compliance with the above recommendations guarantees the rapid receipt of the desired effect and the absence of possible side effects. If hyperhidrosis is severe, consultation with a qualified dermatologist is necessary.

The best ointments for feet against unpleasant odor and excessive sweating

For foot odor ointment to be truly effective, you first need to establish the root cause of the problem. Remember that those medical products that simply mask an unpleasant odor do not have a therapeutic effect. It is necessary that they have an antibacterial or antifungal effect. If we are talking about hormonal disorders in the body, the use of hormonal drugs may be required. But they can only be used as prescribed by a doctor.

Teymurov ointment

An effective ointment for foot odor, which is aimed at eliminating excessive sweating of the feet. This product contains components that dry out the skin. These are salicylic acid, boric acid and formaldehyde. In addition to these components, the ointment contains ingredients that give the skin a pleasant smell, namely oils.

Teymurov's ointment is used as follows: it is applied to previously washed and dried skin of the feet, left for 30-60 minutes, and then washed off. The effect of using this product lasts up to 6 hours. It should be used once a day for several days.

It is worth noting that the active components of the ointment are addictive, and therefore you should not use it for more than 4 days. After this time, you should take a short break of one month.

"GalenoPharm 5D"

Let us immediately note that this is not an ointment, but a powder. You can buy it at absolutely any pharmacy. The maximum effect from using this product is achieved after 5 days of regular use. This product also contains boric and salicylic acid. But in addition to these components, it also contains menthol, magnesium carbonate and camphor.

Using this tool is very simple. The powder should be poured into shoes and walked in them for at least 5 hours. This should be done for 4-5 days.

Formagel

The best ointment for foot odor. The main active ingredient is formaldehyde, which has an antiseptic effect and prevents the active proliferation of bacteria and fungi on the surface of the skin.

At the same time, this substance improves the functioning of the sweat glands. But it has one drawback - formaldehyde is addictive. Therefore, you cannot use this ointment constantly. It should be used as follows: first, wash and dry your feet, then apply ointment to them, and after half an hour, rinse it thoroughly under running water. The result will be noticeable after the first use and lasts for several weeks.

Borozin

Borozin powder will help get rid of foot odor. This remedy is used when there is a fungal infection. Its composition is similar to GalenoPharm 5D powder. It is also poured into shoes. According to the manufacturers, the active components quickly penetrate the skin of the feet and block the production of secretions by the sweat glands. And the effect of using this powder lasts for several weeks.

But remember that you can’t just go to the pharmacy and buy powder or ointment for unpleasant foot odor. All pharmaceutical products have different effects. And if you use a drug that is aimed at fighting a fungal infection, but in fact you have hormonal imbalances in the body, it will not give any result.

Therefore, you should not experiment and waste money. It is best to seek help from a doctor. He will help you determine the exact cause of excessive sweating and unpleasant foot odor, and will also prescribe a treatment that will really help you get rid of your problem. And self-medication never leads to anything good. Remember that uncontrolled use of various external medications can lead to the occurrence of dermatological diseases, which will then be very difficult to cure.

Fungal diseases of the feet

When infected with nail or foot fungus, the disease does not always develop. If an organism with a strong immune system comes into contact with a fungal agent, it protects against the development of the disease. But if the immune response is weak, then when infected, the fungus actively spreads, and subsequently it is very difficult to fight it.

If the patient strictly follows the doctor’s recommendations and follows the instructions for using the prescribed medications, then he will be able to get rid of the unpleasant disease. In this case, you must carefully follow all the rules of foot hygiene. Antifungal treatment of shoes and socks and disinfection of linen will also help overcome bad odors.

Causes of strong foot odor and profuse sweat

With increased sweating of the feet, the moisture released by the feet is actively absorbed into shoes and socks, thereby creating a favorable environment for the proliferation of harmful bacteria. And therefore, not only the smell begins to bother you, but also the painful itching.

What reasons can cause excessive sweating? First of all this:

uncomfortable, tight or poor quality shoes;
synthetic socks;
some diseases of internal organs;
genetic feature;
hormonal disorders;
neurological disorders;
viral infections;
fungus;
lack of certain vitamins.

At the same time, if the “aroma” becomes strong, then this means only one thing - foot hygiene is not observed. Or it is not observed regularly.

In order to completely get rid of such problems as excessive moisture separation and offensive odor, first of all you need to:

regularly, 2 times a day, wash your feet with warm water and antibacterial soap;
visit doctors: therapist, endocrinologist, dermatologist and treat underlying diseases that may be the root cause of the problem;
use medications and other remedies prescribed by the doctor.

An integrated approach and proper treatment usually gives great positive results.

Powder, powder for sweaty feet: application

The composition of popular anti-sweat products is based on the presence of substances such as formaldehyde, aluminum, zinc oxide, salicylic acid, and auxiliary components. Compliance with the rules for applying ointments brings a positive effect and dries the skin, providing a pleasant smell and eliminating strong sweating.

Experts argue about the degree of impact and harmfulness of the sweat ointments used, but studies have shown that in most cases the development of unpleasant side effects is unlikely, and the elimination of negative symptoms is possible after regular use.

The pharmaceutical industry presents a wide range of anti-sweat ointments with various effects. The choice of the appropriate remedy depends on the individual manifestations of the body and the cause of severe sweating. Below are the most popular drugs in this category.

Formagel

An effective drug in the form of an anti-sweat ointment. The action of the medicine is based on the combination of formaldehyde with auxiliary components, which affects the activation of the sweat glands and eliminates all negative manifestations.

The ointment is applied to clean skin of the foot after washing and left for 10–15 minutes. After time, the remaining substance is washed off. The procedure is carried out daily until noticeable signs of improvement occur. The drug is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding and allergic reactions.

Zinc paste

Antiseptic ointment containing zinc oxide. The active component provides a drying effect and eliminates strong sweat and unpleasant odor. It is also used for diaper rash and severe redness of the skin. The advantage of the drug is the absence of serious contraindications and relatively low cost.

A complex ointment designed to eliminate sweat with severe development of hyperhidrosis. The active components of the drug help dry the skin and eliminate pathogenic microflora that affects the development of infections of various etiologies.

The drug is applied in a thin layer to cleansed skin of the legs, preferably in the morning and evening. The use of the ointment should be discontinued when full signs of recovery are obtained. The medicine should not be used if you are hypersensitive to the components.

Formaldehyde ointment

A quick-acting drug with a concentrated composition. After application, positive results are immediately noticeable, but careful use is required to avoid the development of side effects. The medicine is prohibited during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Teimur paste

An effective remedy for eliminating severe sweating of the feet, which has no serious contraindications or side effects. The drug is often prescribed by qualified dermatologists as it has a large number of benefits. The composition is based on the content of the following components:

boric acid, which provides an antiseptic effect;
the presence of salicylic acid contributes to the anti-inflammatory effect;
sodium in combination with other elements eliminates unpleasant odor when sweating;
zinc oxide has a drying and complex effect;
talc content ensures maximum absorption of the ointment into the skin;
the presence of lead impurities binds the active components to each other;
mint extract promotes vasoconstriction and provides a pleasant smell to the ointment.

The range of applications for Teymur paste is quite wide, as it effectively eliminates severe redness, itching, and allergic manifestations of the skin.

The popularity of the drug is high and many people use the medicine for various purposes. The ointment has the following advantages:

low cost, affordable for all categories of the population;
lack of a mandatory prescription when purchasing ointment at a pharmacy;
rapid effectiveness of the product, subject to compliance with all conditions of the instructions for use;
providing a drying and antibacterial effect;
obtaining quick positive results with regular application.

To eliminate all possible negative manifestations after using Teimur paste, it is necessary to create the correct conditions for storing and using the drug.

Clotrimazole

A popular drug with a wide spectrum of effects in the form of an ointment to eliminate various infections with excessive sweating of the feet. The medicine has the effect of complex therapy and actively eliminates the negative manifestations of hyperhidrosis.

The purposes of Clotrimazole are to treat the following diseases:

fungal infections of the skin. Provided that the drugs can influence the identified type of bacteria;
elimination of acute symptoms of pityriasis versicolor;
providing an effect in the treatment of erythrasma;
severe cases of mycoses of various etiologies.

The drug is applied to dried and cleansed areas of the skin in a thin layer several times a day. The duration of treatment depends on the type and general course of the disease. The risk of side effects occurs quite rarely if the instructions for use are not followed. Changes in the skin, increased itching, and allergies are possible. However, the drug is not prohibited during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Review of effective drugs

The pharmaceutical industry offers many modern long-acting medications that can eliminate the problem of hyperhidrosis on any part of the body. To choose the right one, you need to analyze their composition, study contraindications and possible side effects.

Zinc ointment

This drug has long been used to treat skin diseases. But due to its drying and antiseptic properties, it began to be actively used against sweating of the feet and hands.

Zinc ointment reduces the intensity of sweat secretion and also leads to the death of bacteria that cause an unpleasant odor. Therefore, it can be considered as a deodorizing agent. The only contraindication to the use of the drug is individual intolerance to zinc oxide, the active substance.

Before using during pregnancy, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

The ointment is applied in a thin layer to cleansed skin of the problem area for 10-15 minutes. After which its remains are removed using a cotton pad or washed off with warm water. The procedure is repeated 2-3 times a day. It is advisable to use the product in the morning and evening hours.

The treatment period ranges from 1 to 3 weeks. After improvement occurs, it is recommended to continue using zinc ointment once a week for prevention.

Salicylic-zinc ointment

The product is often considered a type of zinc ointment. But its significant difference is the content of salicylic acid. Its presence increases the antiseptic properties of zinc. Therefore, after the first use, sweat ceases to smell unpleasant. After a few days of treatment, sweating decreases significantly. Also, under the influence of salicylic acid, the skin softens due to its keratolytic properties.

The drug should not be abused, as there is a risk of overdose, which manifests itself as follows:

noise in ears;
dizziness;
hearing impairment;
the opposite effect is increased sweating.

In severe cases, convulsions and respiratory depression occur.

The composition should be applied 2 times a day to the affected area of the skin..

Officially, the product is called salicylic-zinc paste, since the proportion of dry components in it is 25%.

Formagel

The product is a transparent gel containing formaldehyde at a concentration of 3.7%. The active substance has a deodorizing effect by suppressing the function of the sweat glands. In addition, formaldehyde disinfects the surface of the skin, so after its use the characteristic smell of sweat disappears.

The gel is applied to areas with high sweating in an even layer and left for 30-40 minutes. After this time, the Formagel is washed off with water at a comfortable temperature, and then thoroughly dried with a towel. One treatment is enough to get rid of odor and sweating for up to 12 days.

In severe cases, for a visible result to occur, treatment with Formagel will be required for 2-3 days in a row.

The product is not suitable for people with allergies to formaldehyde and inflammatory skin diseases, the foci of which are localized at the sites of application.

Teymurova paste

Teymurov's paste is considered a very effective and affordable remedy for hyperhidrosis of the feet and other parts of the body.

The composition of the drug includes:

boric acid;
sodium tetraborate;
zinc oxide;
salicylic acid;
formaldehyde;
lead acetate.

The properties of the components are summarized and, due to this, the paste has the following pronounced actions:

antiseptic;
drying;
deodorizing.

People with sensitive skin should use the product with caution. The drug is intended for external use exclusively on problem areas of the body. Application to healthy areas of the skin may cause severe dryness and irritation.

A good result is obtained only if the instructions for use are followed.
According to it, the product is applied to washed and dry skin once a day. In this case, it must be rubbed in for 2-3 minutes. The period of continuous use should not exceed 3-4 days. Teymur's paste is not suitable for eliminating sweating if:

hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients;
inflammatory skin diseases, especially in the acute phase.

Cream "Amanita against"

The cream contains extracts of fly agaric and horsetail. Their effect is enhanced by:

fir and tea tree oils;
salicylic acid;
silver citrate;
triclosan.

As a result of regular use, there is a decrease in sweating. The cream can be used on any part of the body with increased sweating. The product is also suitable for softening calluses on the feet and preventing fungus.

The anti-fly agaric cream should be applied in a thin layer 1-2 times a day. It is not rubbed in, but left until completely absorbed. Maximum results can be expected only after using the drug for 14 days.

The “Amanita Against” line of products also includes balm and cream that can be used:

in complex therapy of skin diseases;
for joint pain;
for difficult-to-heal wounds;
as an adjuvant for varicose veins and thrombophlebitis of the veins of the lower extremities.

These dosage forms do not affect sweating, so you should be careful when choosing.

Pasta Lassara

The drug belongs to the combination drugs. It is used to treat bedsores and some dermatoses.

Its composition is also effective against sweating, since the list of active ingredients contains:

zinc oxide;
salicylic acid;
starch.

When applied, Lassara paste has the following effects:

drying;
antiseptic;
adsorbing.

You can use the product for a month, treating problem areas 1-2 times a day.

Lassara paste is not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding without a doctor's permission.

The drug is contraindicated for:

allergic reactions to substances included in the composition;
hemorrhagic diathesis;
problems with blood clotting;
disturbances in the functioning of the excretory system (kidneys).

With prolonged application to large areas of skin, the following side effects may develop:

noise in ears;
dizziness;
worsening of the course of hemorrhagic diathesis or its development;
burning and redness;
rash.

In rare cases, kidney dysfunction, respiratory depression and convulsions may occur.

Lassara paste is often called a complete analogue of salicylic-zinc ointment, since they have almost identical compositions.

Formalin ointment

Despite the name, this drug is a multicomponent product. In addition to formaldehyde, it contains:

salicylic acid;
boric acid;
glycerol.

The drug is used for excessive sweating on any part of the body except the face. The ointment is used daily (once a day), rubbing a small amount into areas prone to excessive sweating. Doctors do not recommend using it for longer than 10-14 days, as this can lead to dryness and irritation of the skin.

Lavilin

Lavilin is an Israeli-made deodorant cream. Its price is significantly higher than the cost of other products, but the effectiveness justifies the high cost. A one-time application of the cream eliminates sweat for up to 2 weeks. The manufacturer claims that the product contains exclusively herbal ingredients, therefore it is well tolerated by all groups of people.

The absence of aluminum salts allows pregnant women to use Lavilin without fear.

The main rules for using the product:

the skin of the treated area should be clean and dry;
Do not wash until the cream is completely absorbed.

If these conditions are met, the effectiveness of the product will not decrease either during physical activity or after hygiene procedures.

How to get rid of foot odor?

Those who are bothered by unpleasant foot odor, of course, constantly wonder how to get rid of foot odor at home. First of all, you need to find out the reasons why sweat on your feet smells unpleasant. And only then can you get the correct answer to the question of how to treat the disease that led to such a symptom, or how to remove a strong and pungent odor using folk remedies.

If we are talking about a disease, deodorants and creams will not help overcome this problem.

But if a person is healthy, then it is necessary, first of all, to reconsider the attitude towards personal hygiene. The answer to the question of how to get rid of foot odor in men and women is simple: any anti-odor product should be used after washing your feet and replacing tights or socks.

Very often, with a more strict application of a number of hygiene principles, the question of how to get rid of sweaty feet forever becomes closed:

It is important to wash your feet morning and evening, doing it very thoroughly. It is advisable to rinse your feet with cold water after washing.
You regularly need to cleanse the skin of your feet and toes from dead cells, for which scrubs and peeling are used.
You need to dry the skin between your toes very carefully after washing your feet.
You should wear only socks and tights made of high-quality material - natural or with a very slight inclusion of synthetics.
If a person is interested in the question of how to get rid of odor in shoes, he should reconsider his attitude towards choosing it. You should buy only high-quality pairs made from natural materials. It should fit perfectly.
Those who are interested in how to get rid of the unpleasant smell of shoes should take into account that this largely depends on changing socks and tights quite often. This needs to be done every day.
Shoe care is also important. The inside must be treated with antiseptic solutions. To do this, you can use hydrogen peroxide, a solution of potassium permanganate.

Causes of hyperhidrosis

People suffering from unpleasant foot odor experience physical and psychological discomfort. The main cause of foot odor is the accumulation of a large number of bacteria. Sweat is a favorable environment for their reproduction. Therefore, the main purpose of odor control products is considered to be the fight against bacteria. If your feet sweat, then the occurrence of this disease can be caused by natural causes and pathologies of the body:

the presence of toenail fungus, foot fungus;
hormonal changes in the body;
nervous diseases, stress, phobias;
vegetative-vascular dystonia;
diabetes;
tuberculosis;
cardiovascular diseases.

If you experience excessive sweating of your feet, you should contact a medical facility for help from a specialist. There may be health problems. Before starting treatment, symptoms of the disease should be identified. If the cause is one of the diseases, then the use of creams and deodorants against sweating and foot odor does not make sense. Getting rid of hyperhidrosis must begin with determining the cause and treating the underlying disease, which results in the disease. If a fungus is detected, treatment should begin with careful hygiene of feet and shoes and the use of antifungal drugs and ointments.

There are also factors that provoke increased sweating and unpleasant foot odor:

violation of personal hygiene rules;
untimely change of socks and tights;
wearing shoes made of artificial materials;
constantly wearing closed shoes, especially in the hot season;
walking in wet shoes.

In some situations, basic hygiene is sufficient to combat obsessive foot odor. But along with body hygiene, it is important to monitor the condition of shoes and socks. It is recommended to systematically dry shoes, and if there is fungus on the feet, they must be disinfected. It is advisable to wear shoes made from natural materials.

List of contraindications

Pharmacological preparations for eliminating local sweating also have certain contraindications:

careful use of ointments during pregnancy and breastfeeding, since most of them have a highly concentrated composition that is actively absorbed into the skin and can affect the development of the unborn child;
Dysfunction of the liver and kidneys is a ban on applying ointments. The active components of drugs can cause additional complications in such serious diseases of the body;
inflammatory process on the skin after applying a topical product;
severe manifestations of allergic reactions (redness, itching, skin rash);
age category of children under 14 years old.

When analyzing the contraindications of anti-sweat ointments, we can conclude that these products are approved for most patients and do not have a serious effect on the body when used correctly and in moderation.

Composition of remedies for hyperhidrosis

Popular remedies for hyperhidrosis may include the following medicinal components:

Formaldehyde (formalin) suppresses the function of sweat glands and has a disinfectant and deodorizing effect.
Zinc oxide has an antiseptic, astringent and drying effect, and stops the inflammatory process. When applied to the skin, it forms a film that protects it from irritating factors.
Salicylic acid eliminates inflammation and has a disinfecting and exfoliating effect.
Boric acid has an antiseptic and antipruritic effect.

Features of hyperhidrosis

When the feet sweat excessively, a person experiences discomfort. Sometimes hyperhidrosis is accompanied by additional symptoms: a rash on the feet, cracks between the toes, peeling skin of the feet, and nail fungus.

Sweating causes a strong and unpleasant odor; it is inconvenient for a person to take off his shoes when visiting. In addition, his feet leave wet marks. The disease must be treated.

How to reduce and cure sweaty feet?

the girl covered her nose and wrinkled because of the unpleasant smell from the sock

Increased sweating on the feet is called hyperhidrosis and is a disease.

To determine ways to reduce sweating, consider its main causes:

Shoes made of synthetic materials, as well as closed and tight ones. Solution - pay special attention to the selection of shoes, and also avoid constantly wearing sneakers.
Regular shoe care - drying, washing inside. If dirt and sweat accumulate in it, then upon contact even with clean feet/socks, they will cause an unpleasant aroma and dampness of the feet in a short time.
Insole. Depending on the season and type of shoe, it can absorb excess moisture, preventing the appearance of an unpleasant odor. For example, if the insole is made of a special breathable material that absorbs them, then comfort and the absence of bacteria/bitters are guaranteed.
Socks - nylon or with a high content of artificial fibers, and not fresh. Therefore, try to wear cotton socks.
Malfunctions of the endocrine and cardiovascular systems. In this case, you cannot do without visiting a doctor and complex serious treatment.
Diseases of the skin of the feet, for example, fungus. The presence of cracks, wounds, and peeling also contribute to increased activity of the sweat glands of the legs. Pay attention to them daily during hygiene procedures. Know that any discomfort on the skin of the feet provokes an unpleasant odor and sweating.
Excessive physical activity and numerous stressful situations. In the first case, frequent water procedures will help you, in the second - ways to cope with your emotions, soothing herbs.

One of the most popular methods of reducing foot sweating is chemical products:

talc
creams and ointments
sprays
gels

The following will help you cure hyperhidrosis:

folk and pharmaceutical remedies
Special procedures, e.g. iontophoresis, Botox, surgery

Ointments for hyperhidrosis

Increased sweating of the feet occurs when wearing closed shoes made of synthetic materials for a long time and poor hygiene. The reason for increased sweat production may be hyperthermia, stress, hormonal disorders, diseases of the heart, circulatory system, endocrine system, or taking certain medications.

Constant sweating promotes the proliferation of fungal and bacterial flora, which causes damage to the skin, nails, the appearance of an unpleasant, foul odor, and leads to an inflammatory process.

Foot ointment for sweat and odor will be a good help, here are the popular remedies:

Teymurov's paste is an antiseptic, deodorizing and drying agent. The active components of the drug dilate blood vessels, causing cooling of the skin and preventing excessive sweating. The ointment is also effective for mycoses of the feet and bacterial infections. Legs are treated for 7 days; for chronic diseases, therapy is increased to 1 month.
Zinc ointment, when applied to the skin, has a drying, adsorbing, anti-inflammatory and astringent effect. Reduces swelling, redness and irritation of the skin of the legs, creates a protective film against the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms. The duration of treatment is selected individually for each patient.
Cream “5 days from odor and sweat” refreshes, disinfects, softens, dries and does not irritate the skin. It is enough to apply it to the feet once a day before bed, the recommended course of treatment is 1 month. The advantage of using the cream is its low price, non-greasy consistency, and quick results. The ointment prevents excessive sweat production, unpleasant odor, cracks, and fungal infections.

To prevent your feet from sweating, Formagel is also used. This ointment has a deodorizing and disinfectant effect; its main active substance is formaldehyde. The drug completely suppresses the work of the sweat glands, regardless of the degree of hyperhidrosis. Formagel is applied to the skin of the feet, areas between the toes once every 10–12 days. The product is distributed in a thin layer and left for 30 minutes, after which it is washed off with warm water.

If the cause of hyperhidrosis is chronic diseases of the cardiovascular, endocrine system, or hormonal disorders, then, in addition to the external use of ointments, it is necessary to undergo a course of treatment.

Comprehensive measures will help get rid of unpleasant odor and sweating of the feet.

Reviews

Dear readers, you can leave your review of ointments for foot odor and sweating in the comments, it will be useful to other users of the site!

Reviews about the use of various means to eliminate sweat are mostly positive. Many confirm their effectiveness in combination with inexpensive cost, as well as a relatively short course of treatment. Below are some responses from our readers.

Vasily, Izhevsk

Marina, St. Petersburg

Lilia, Novokuznetsk

Pasta Lassara

Lassara paste (Salicylic-zinc ointment) can reduce sweating of the feet in a short time. The product contains zinc oxide, salicylic acid, medical petroleum jelly and potato starch.

The action of Lassara paste is aimed at suppressing the work of the sweat glands

The drug has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, softening and drying effects. It suppresses the sweat glands, thereby reducing sweat production.

To treat foot hyperhidrosis, apply a thin layer to previously thoroughly washed and dried skin. Since it is poorly absorbed, the procedure is carried out before bedtime. In order to obtain the desired effect, treatment must be continued for 2–3 weeks.

Contraindications and side effects

When using this ointment for foot odor and sweating, side effects may develop, such as redness, itching and irritation in the area of application. In this case, treatment must be stopped.

Lassara paste should not be used for gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, bleeding disorders and hypersensitivity to components.

How to use potassium permanganate for sweating and foot odor?

girl adding oak bark infusion to foot bath

Oak bark as a remedy for sweating feet has proven to be an effective remedy in the form of a decoction and paste.

In the first option, prepare a healing agent:

Take crushed oak bark in the amount of 5 measuring spoons and pour a liter of boiling water.
Place in a water bath for a quarter of an hour.
Remove from heat and leave the broth to cool completely.
Strain and pour into a glass container.
Then either wash your feet in the broth or rinse them.

In the first case:

Pour the broth into a basin and soak clean feet for 10-15 minutes.
Repeat the procedure up to 3 times a week until excessive sweating decreases to normal levels.

In the second:

at the end of the usual washing of your feet, pour the broth over each
hold it in the air for a while so it gets absorbed
wipe dry

Prepare crushed oak bark paste as follows:

divide 200 g of dry raw materials in half
Pour boiling water over one part and prepare a decoction
combine the second with 50 g of honey and mix thoroughly
rinse clean feet with the broth and apply a thick layer of honey-oak paste for a quarter of an hour
wash it off with warm water

dry bay leaves in a wooden bowl to prepare a foot bath for sweating

Prepare a decoction of ordinary dry leaves and steam your feet in it.

Dip 10 bay leaves into a container with a liter of clean water and bring to a boil.
After a quarter of an hour, remove from heat and leave to cool to a temperature comfortable for foot baths.
Repeat the procedure daily until you achieve a sustainable positive result - a decrease in sweat formation.

container with a light solution of potassium permanganate for rinsing feet with hyperhidrosis

Add it to the prepared water for foot baths in small quantities.
If your solution of potassium permanganate is liquid, then drop 5-6 drops of it into hot water and stir.
If in powder, lightly shake it 3-4 times over a basin.
Keep your feet in the prepared solution for no longer than a quarter of an hour, raise them above the basin and wait until they dry completely.
Repeat the procedure daily before bed until symptoms of excessive sweating decrease.

an open package of boric acid for preparing a remedy for sweaty feet

Boric acid copes well with bacteria and prevents the development of fungal infections.

To reduce and eliminate sweaty feet, as well as their unpleasant odor, use boric acid in:

weak aqueous bath solution
half percent alcohol solution for wiping clean feet
composition of homemade bulk antiperspirants, for example, with talc or baby powder

apple cider vinegar in a bottle on a table with apples

Depending on the severity of the disease, apple cider vinegar will help significantly reduce sweating and unpleasant foot odor.

Use it in one of the following ways:

baths. Add 10 ml of apple cider vinegar to 10 liters of water and soak your legs in the solution for a third of an hour. Dry them with a soft towel,
rubbing with foot massage. Mix vinegar and water in equal proportions. Moisten the cotton wool and spread over the entire foot. Massage your feet until the solution dries completely on the skin,
lotions. Combine 0.5 liters of vinegar with a glass of water. Soak gauze or a thin towel in the solution. Wrap each foot in it and leave for a third of an hour. Do not wash off any remaining moisture; let it dry on its own.
Treat skin with undiluted product. In case of severe hyperhidrosis, soak cotton wool in concentrated acid and spread it on the skin of your feet.

step-by-step instructions for using special socks for sweaty feet

They only need to be worn and cared for daily.

The procedure for using special socks is as follows:

wash your feet with soap and dry them well,
put on socks and wear as usual. If you have a workout in the gym in the evening, feel free to wear these socks without changing them,
In the evening, wash them with your usual powder, either by hand or in a machine. In the second option, use the delicate wash cycle,
dry and wear again the next day

Wear special socks until the peak of your foot pain has passed and sweating is minimal.

a set of special disposable insoles against sweat and odor

There are 2 types of such insoles:

disposable
long-term wearing

Change the first ones every day:

take out used ones in the evening
put new ones in your shoes in the morning

The latter require careful care:

wash them every day and leave them to dry completely
wear only clean insoles in your shoes every day
Always dry them separately from your shoes

a pack of baking soda and a pile of its powder on the table before preparing a foot bath for sweating

Baking soda has proven itself to be a reliable remedy for sweaty feet. Use it as:

the main and only ingredient for warm foot baths
compress made with the addition of water and essential oils
component mixed with medicinal herbs
paste with vegetable oil, which you apply to clean feet and areas between the toes
homemade deodorant, which you use to wipe your feet in the morning/evening before putting on socks

If you are preparing a warm foot bath, use baking soda powder in a ratio of 1.5 teaspoons per liter of water.

To make a mixture for lotions, take 1 teaspoon of soda per glass of warm boiled water.

If you find it more convenient to apply dry products, stock up on your own homemade deodorant:

Mix baking soda and cornstarch in equal parts, add vegetable oil, for example, peach, shea butter, olive oil or another of your choice in an amount sufficient to soak the dry ingredients.
Store the finished product in a glass container, covered, in the refrigerator.
Apply only to clean, dry feet followed by wearing thin socks.
The duration of contact of the skin of the feet with soda should be at least a quarter of an hour.
Rinse off the paste or remaining lotions first with warm and then with cool water.
Then wipe dry with a soft towel or leave your feet to dry on their own.

The average duration of treatment for sweating with soda is a week and a half.

a pile of dry copper sulfate powder

A simple option is a foot bath.

Take a liter container
Pour a tablespoon of copper sulfate and fill with warm boiled water to the brim,
Pour the solution into a basin,
Dip your feet so that they do not touch the bottom of the pelvis and hold for 10 minutes,
Raise your legs above the pelvis and leave to dry,
Repeat the procedure 2 more times. That is, excessive sweating of the feet will significantly decrease after 3 days.

Preventative foot care

To prevent the skin of your feet from sweating and an unpleasant odor from appearing, it is recommended to regularly care for heavily sweating feet, lubricating them with protective antiperspirants and creams with a deodorizing effect.

Dry Dry is a Swiss long-acting remedy for hyperhidrosis of the feet, armpits and palms. After applying the drug, sweat is redistributed to other parts of the body, but the function of the sweat glands is not impaired. Apply ointment or spray once a day before bedtime.

Deocontrol cream reduces sweat production by 40% and is used as a deodorant for feet. The drug contains talc, zinc oxide, mineral oil, lavender essential oil, and aromatic substances. The ointment is prescribed for the prevention of fungal and bacterial infections, the treatment of microcracks, calluses and corns on the surface of the skin of the feet. Deocontrol is used once a week.

911 Nepotin gel is a natural preparation that has anti-inflammatory, drying, deodorizing, fungicidal, bacteriostatic effects. It contains extracts of green tea, linden, sage, menthol, camphor and triclosan. The gel prevents excessive secretion of sweat, eliminates unpleasant odor, and keeps the skin of the feet dry for a long time.

Ointment for sweating and foot odor Chistostop Deo is used for hyperhidrosis of the feet and palms. The drug contains plant extracts of oak bark, laurel, grapefruit seeds, hazelnut, vitamin B3, essential oils of bergamot and cypress, citric acid. The cream cares for the feet, normalizes sweat production, deodorizes and dries the skin, prevents the development of fungal infections, suppresses the growth of bacteria, and increases local immunity. Chistostop Deo is applied to dry, washed dermis with massage movements 2 times a day.

Pharmacy ointments for sweating and foot odor help eliminate unpleasant symptoms, control the functioning of the sweat glands, and reduce the manifestations of hyperhidrosis. Preventive use of medications protects the skin of the feet and nail plates from damage by fungus and pathogenic bacteria, and keeps the dermis dry for a long time.

Sprays, deodorants for sweaty feet: which are better?

girl sprays spray on her feet to reduce sweating

The cosmetics industry offers an impressive range of sprays and deodorants that help prevent sweating and unpleasant foot odor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ai6eXm-jWso

Such products are easy to use, do not spread and are absorbed fairly quickly. On the other hand, some of them are effective both when applied to the feet and to the inside of shoes.

Observe the mandatory requirement - spray/lubricate only on a clean and dry surface.

Among the most popular sprays and deodorants we name the following:

sprays from Avon and Oriflame - budget with pleasant aromas,
Deo control deodorant is a gel-like product that will provide your feet with dryness and moderate skin moisture, as well as the absence of bacteria that cause an unpleasant odor,
Shol antiperspirant deodorant is an expensive and medicinal product. Prevents the occurrence of unpleasant odor and the proliferation of fungal infections on the feet,
Lavilin deodorant cream is an economical product. One jar will last you for a year of daily use. The price is between the products from Sholl and Oriflame/Avon,
Odaban spray.

Salicylic-zinc cream

The effectiveness of salicylic-zinc ointment against sweating and foot odor and against a number of dermatological problems, such as acne, warts, burns, and dermatitis, has long been proven. When using a medication against excessive sweating of the feet, a positive effect is observed after the first use.

You can completely solve the problem of unpleasant odor of the lower extremities with the help of salicylic-zinc cream for 3 days. During treatment, it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of the attending physician, observing the rules for using the drug specified in the instructions. You can use the cream to prevent smelly feet from the age of 12 years.