Daktarin 2% Antifungal Cream 30g
Daktarin 2% Cream is a clinically established treatment for fungal — and associated bacterial — skin infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch (dhobie itch), ringworm and sweat rash (intertrigo). It can also be used on infected nappy rash. The active ingredient, miconazole nitrate 2% w/w, destroys the fungus that causes the infection and some of the bacteria that often accompany it. Its moisturising base also helps soothe cracked, red and irritated skin while the infection clears. Suitable for adults and children of all ages, and available without prescription.
Key benefits
- Treats the infection at its source — antifungal miconazole tackles fungus and some associated bacteria.
- Soothes as it treats — a moisturising base helps calm cracked, sore, inflamed skin.
- Versatile — for the feet, hands, groin, trunk and outer ear, and for infected nappy rash.
- Suitable for all ages — for adults, children and infants (see directions for nappy-rash use).
- Works well with Daktarin Powder — use the cream to treat and soothe, and the powder where a drying effect is needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Daktarin 2% Cream used for?
For fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and sweat rash, and for infected nappy rash.
Is Daktarin Cream a steroid?
No. It is an antifungal cream (miconazole), not a steroid.
Can I use Daktarin Cream for jock itch?
Yes. Jock itch (dhobie itch) is one of the infections it's designed to treat. Apply to the groin area and surrounding skin as directed.
Can I use Daktarin Cream on my private parts?
It can be applied to the groin area for a fungal skin infection such as jock itch. It is not intended for internal vaginal use or for vaginal thrush — speak to your pharmacist if you have genital or internal symptoms.
Can I use it on my face?
It can be used on a fungal infection on the face, but keep it well away from the eyes. If you're unsure, ask your pharmacist.
Is it safe for babies and nappy rash?
Yes — it can be used on infected nappy rash in children of all ages. Apply at nappy changes as directed.
Can Daktarin Cream treat nail or toenail fungus?
It is not the recommended treatment for fungal nail infections, which usually need a specific nail product or a doctor's review. Ask your pharmacist for the right option.
Can it be used for eczema or psoriasis?
No. Daktarin is an antifungal and does not treat eczema, psoriasis or acne. See a pharmacist if you're unsure what's causing your skin problem.
Always read the label and the Patient Information Leaflet before use.
Reviewed by Paul O'Hea, MPSI (PSI reg. 8772). Last reviewed June 2026. Always use this information alongside the patient information leaflet supplied with the product. If you have any questions, you can submit them through the chat on our website and ask for a pharmacist to review.
Daktarin 2% Cream is a clinically established treatment for fungal — and associated bacterial — skin infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch (dhobie itch), ringworm and sweat rash (intertrigo). It can also be used on infected nappy rash. The active ingredient, miconazole nitrate 2% w/w, destroys the fungus that causes the infection and some of the bacteria that often accompany it. Its moisturising base also helps soothe cracked, red and irritated skin while the infection clears. Suitable for adults and children of all ages, and available without prescription.
Key benefits
- Treats the infection at its source — antifungal miconazole tackles fungus and some associated bacteria.
- Soothes as it treats — a moisturising base helps calm cracked, sore, inflamed skin.
- Versatile — for the feet, hands, groin, trunk and outer ear, and for infected nappy rash.
- Suitable for all ages — for adults, children and infants (see directions for nappy-rash use).
- Works well with Daktarin Powder — use the cream to treat and soothe, and the powder where a drying effect is needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Daktarin 2% Cream used for?
For fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and sweat rash, and for infected nappy rash.
Is Daktarin Cream a steroid?
No. It is an antifungal cream (miconazole), not a steroid.
Can I use Daktarin Cream for jock itch?
Yes. Jock itch (dhobie itch) is one of the infections it's designed to treat. Apply to the groin area and surrounding skin as directed.
Can I use Daktarin Cream on my private parts?
It can be applied to the groin area for a fungal skin infection such as jock itch. It is not intended for internal vaginal use or for vaginal thrush — speak to your pharmacist if you have genital or internal symptoms.
Can I use it on my face?
It can be used on a fungal infection on the face, but keep it well away from the eyes. If you're unsure, ask your pharmacist.
Is it safe for babies and nappy rash?
Yes — it can be used on infected nappy rash in children of all ages. Apply at nappy changes as directed.
Can Daktarin Cream treat nail or toenail fungus?
It is not the recommended treatment for fungal nail infections, which usually need a specific nail product or a doctor's review. Ask your pharmacist for the right option.
Can it be used for eczema or psoriasis?
No. Daktarin is an antifungal and does not treat eczema, psoriasis or acne. See a pharmacist if you're unsure what's causing your skin problem.
Always read the label and the Patient Information Leaflet before use.
Reviewed by Paul O'Hea, MPSI (PSI reg. 8772). Last reviewed June 2026. Always use this information alongside the patient information leaflet supplied with the product. If you have any questions, you can submit them through the chat on our website and ask for a pharmacist to review.
Description
Daktarin 2% Cream is a clinically established treatment for fungal — and associated bacterial — skin infections, including athlete's foot, jock itch (dhobie itch), ringworm and sweat rash (intertrigo). It can also be used on infected nappy rash. The active ingredient, miconazole nitrate 2% w/w, destroys the fungus that causes the infection and some of the bacteria that often accompany it. Its moisturising base also helps soothe cracked, red and irritated skin while the infection clears. Suitable for adults and children of all ages, and available without prescription.
Key benefits
- Treats the infection at its source — antifungal miconazole tackles fungus and some associated bacteria.
- Soothes as it treats — a moisturising base helps calm cracked, sore, inflamed skin.
- Versatile — for the feet, hands, groin, trunk and outer ear, and for infected nappy rash.
- Suitable for all ages — for adults, children and infants (see directions for nappy-rash use).
- Works well with Daktarin Powder — use the cream to treat and soothe, and the powder where a drying effect is needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Daktarin 2% Cream used for?
For fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and sweat rash, and for infected nappy rash.
Is Daktarin Cream a steroid?
No. It is an antifungal cream (miconazole), not a steroid.
Can I use Daktarin Cream for jock itch?
Yes. Jock itch (dhobie itch) is one of the infections it's designed to treat. Apply to the groin area and surrounding skin as directed.
Can I use Daktarin Cream on my private parts?
It can be applied to the groin area for a fungal skin infection such as jock itch. It is not intended for internal vaginal use or for vaginal thrush — speak to your pharmacist if you have genital or internal symptoms.
Can I use it on my face?
It can be used on a fungal infection on the face, but keep it well away from the eyes. If you're unsure, ask your pharmacist.
Is it safe for babies and nappy rash?
Yes — it can be used on infected nappy rash in children of all ages. Apply at nappy changes as directed.
Can Daktarin Cream treat nail or toenail fungus?
It is not the recommended treatment for fungal nail infections, which usually need a specific nail product or a doctor's review. Ask your pharmacist for the right option.
Can it be used for eczema or psoriasis?
No. Daktarin is an antifungal and does not treat eczema, psoriasis or acne. See a pharmacist if you're unsure what's causing your skin problem.
Always read the label and the Patient Information Leaflet before use.
Reviewed by Paul O'Hea, MPSI (PSI reg. 8772). Last reviewed June 2026. Always use this information alongside the patient information leaflet supplied with the product. If you have any questions, you can submit them through the chat on our website and ask for a pharmacist to review.
