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Antifungals treat specific fungal or yeast infections. A rash or nail change is not always fungal, so the site, severity and diagnosis determine whether a topical or oral medicine is appropriate.

Medicines in the Antifungals category

Diflucan

Fluconazole

50 · 100 · 150 · 200mg

Fluconazole capsules and oral solution from 50mg to 200mg, used in the management of candidiasis and cryptococcal meningitis. A triazole antifungal.

From$1.16/ tabletView

Lamisil

Terbinafine

250mg

Terbinafine 250mg tablets, used for tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis and onychomycosis. An allylamine that blocks squalene epoxidase.

From$3.12/ tabletView

Nizoral

Ketoconazole

200mg

Ketoconazole 200mg tablets, used in the management of Cushing's syndrome and severe systemic fungal infection. An imidazole blocking ergosterol synthesis.

From$2.01/ tabletView

Grisactin

Griseofulvin

250mg

Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis. It settles into keratin precursor cells, which then resist fungal invasion as they grow out.

From$0.56/ tabletView

Sporanox

Itraconazole

100mg

Itraconazole 100mg hard capsules, used for candidiasis, histoplasmosis, aspergillosis and tinea. A triazole that blocks fungal cytochrome P450 enzymes.

From$5.00/ tabletView

Fulvicin

Griseofulvin

250mg

Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis and onychomycosis. It deposits in keratin precursor cells.

From$0.54/ tabletView

Lotrisone

Betamethasone, Clotrimazole

10g

Betamethasone with clotrimazole as a cream in a 10g tube, applied for fungal skin infection and dermatosis. An antifungal alongside a corticosteroid.

From$6.06/ tubeView

Grifulvin V

Griseofulvin

250mg

Grifulvin V is griseofulvin 250mg tablets for tinea capitis, tinea corporis and tinea pedis. It binds microtubular proteins and disrupts the mitotic spindle.

From$0.72/ tabletView

Grifulvin

Griseofulvin

250mg

Griseofulvin 250mg tablets, used for dermatophytosis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis and tinea pedis. It binds tubulin, so fungal cells stop dividing.

From$0.54/ tabletView

VFEND

Voriconazole

200mg

Voriconazole 200mg film-coated tablets, used for invasive aspergillosis, candidaemia and oesophageal candidiasis. A triazole antifungal.

From$31.20/ tabletView

Lomexin

Fenticonazole

600mg

Fenticonazole 600mg suppositories for vaginal candidiasis, an imidazole antifungal placed vaginally rather than taken by mouth.

From$13.64/ suppositoryView

Lomexin Cream

Fenticonazole

30g

Lomexin Cream is fenticonazole in a 30g tube for candidiasis, applied to the skin. It blocks ergosterol synthesis in the fungal cell membrane.

From$25.50/ tubeView

Key points

  • Topical antifungals are commonly used for limited skin infections, while scalp, nail or widespread disease may need clinical assessment and oral treatment.
  • Oral antifungals can interact with other medicines and may require liver or other safety checks.
  • A painful, rapidly spreading or treatment-resistant rash should be assessed rather than repeatedly treated as a fungal infection.

Select a listed product and pack to order online. Whether it suits you depends on the diagnosis; ask your doctor or pharmacist.

How the medicine groups differ

Topical medicines such as ketoconazole and fenticonazole act at the treated site. Oral agents such as terbinafine, itraconazole and griseofulvin reach deeper or harder-to-treat sites but have more systemic interactions and precautions.

What antifungals are used for

This category includes medicines used for tinea corporis, tinea pedis, candidiasis and tinea capitis. The correct treatment can differ by body site and organism; scalp and nail infections may need testing.

Important safety checks

Pregnancy, liver disease, heart conditions and other medicines can affect antifungal choice. Avoid combining an antifungal with a steroid cream unless a clinician has advised it, because steroids can alter the appearance or worsen some infections.

When to seek urgent care

Get prompt medical care for fever, severe pain, rapidly spreading redness, facial or eye involvement, extensive blistering, or infection in a person with a weakened immune system. Seek urgent advice for yellow skin or eyes, dark urine or severe abdominal symptoms while taking an oral antifungal.

Further reading

FAQ

What antifungals are on SGMeds?

There are 12 antifungals on SGMeds, containing 9 different active ingredients such as griseofulvin, fenticonazole and fluconazole. They include Diflucan and Lamisil, and the full list is on this page.

Which conditions are these antifungals for?

The antifungals listed here are used for thrush (candidiasis), dermatophytosis, fungal nail infection (onychomycosis), aspergillosis and cryptococcal meningitis, though not every medicine is used for all of them.

What forms do antifungals come in?

Most are tablets, and there are also capsules and creams. Each product page lists the medicine's form and strengths.

How do I choose between the antifungals on SGMeds?

Compare the active ingredient first: products with matching active ingredients contain the same medicine. Then compare strength, form and price per unit. Each product page sets out what the medicine is used for, its side effects and its interactions. Check with a doctor or pharmacist first if you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition.

Are these antifungals originals or generics?

Generics. Even when a product is listed under a brand name, you receive a generic or branded generic with the same active ingredient at the strength you choose, not the original brand's pack. Brand names such as Nizoral and Grisactin are there so you can find the medicine. The manufacturer varies with stock.

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How are antifungals priced?

Every strength and pack size is priced on its product page, shown in Singapore dollars. The prices are converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per unit.

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Can I buy antifungals over the counter in Singapore?

Yes, online: SGMeds does not ask for a prescription when you order antifungals. We place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.

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How do I get antifungals delivered in Singapore?

Add the strength and pack you want to your cart and check out. Delivery to Singapore takes up to 1 week by tracked Express shipping, or up to 3 weeks by Regular shipping.

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