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Clotrimazole or miconazole for atheletes foot? thanks

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Both are okay: Both are good and both are nonprescription. There are many other need prescription. Most cases of athlete's foot can be cured with over-the-counter antifungal products and basic good hygiene.

Answered 1/11/2018

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