Econazole Nitrate Coupons & Prices

Looking for an econazole nitrate coupon? Econazole nitrate is a prescription topical antifungal available as a low-cost generic cream, so you do not need a manufacturer coupon to keep your cost down. Because the cash price for the same tube can vary widely from one pharmacy to the next, comparing pharmacies is where the real savings come from. Enter your ZIP above to see today's econazole nitrate price at pharmacies near you, and use the free Rx.com discount card at checkout.

What is econazole nitrate and how does it work?

Econazole nitrate is a prescription topical azole (imidazole) antifungal. As a 1% cream, it is FDA-approved to treat several common fungal skin infections caused by dermatophytes (Trichophyton, Microsporum, and Epidermophyton species), including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and tinea corporis (ringworm). It is also approved for cutaneous candidiasis (a yeast skin infection) and for tinea versicolor. A separate 1% topical foam product, Ecoza, is approved specifically for interdigital (between-the-toes) athlete's foot in patients 12 years and older.

Like other azole antifungals, econazole works by interfering with the fungal cell membrane, which stops the fungus from growing. It is for external skin use only. The original brand cream, Spectazole, has been discontinued in the US, but the generic remains widely available.

Econazole nitrate cost and savings without insurance

Econazole nitrate is a generic, so it is already one of the more affordable topical antifungals, and you generally will not find a manufacturer savings card for it. That does not mean every pharmacy charges the same, though. Cash prices for the identical generic tube can differ substantially between one pharmacy and another, which is exactly why comparing before you fill matters.

Rx.com compares prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies so you can see who has the best deal in your area. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price, then show the free Rx.com discount card at the pharmacy counter. Coupons can be used whether or not you have insurance, and there is no membership fee.

Related antifungals and alternatives

Econazole is one of several topical antifungals used for athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. Your prescriber chooses among them based on the type of infection and how your skin responds. Related medicines you can also price-compare on Rx.com include:

• ketoconazole — another azole antifungal
• clotrimazole — an azole available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms
• miconazole — a widely used azole antifungal
• oxiconazole — a closely related topical azole
• terbinafine — an allylamine antifungal often used for athlete's foot

This is general information, not a recommendation to switch. Talk with your provider or pharmacist about which antifungal is right for your infection.

Safety and side effects

Econazole nitrate has no boxed warning. It is for topical, external use only — not for use in the eyes, mouth, or vagina. The most common side effects are local reactions at the application site, such as burning, stinging, itching, redness, or irritation. Stop using it and contact your provider if you develop signs of sensitization or worsening irritation. If you are using the Ecoza foam, note that it is flammable — avoid fire, flame, and smoking during and right after you apply it.

Give the medicine time to work: tinea versicolor and candidal (yeast) infections may improve within about 2 weeks, while dermatophyte infections such as athlete's foot may need up to a month of treatment to reduce the chance of recurrence. Systemic absorption is low with topical use, but use during pregnancy only if clearly needed. This is not medical advice — follow your prescriber's directions and ask your pharmacist if you have questions.