I get tinea versicolor on my back every summer. I have previously used Terbinext and Candid TV lotion, but creams are expensive. Can you recommend an affordable antifungal soap or powder, such as Ketopz, to treat this condition?
Yes, Ketopz soap (containing ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione) is an excellent, budget-friendly option for tinea versicolor. To use it, apply the lather to your wet back, leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes so the medicine can absorb, and then rinse. Use it daily for 2 weeks to treat active spots. For prevention, use it once or twice a week before summer begins. Antifungal powders (like Clocip or Candid) are great for keeping the skin dry and preventing recurrence, but soaps are more effective for active treatment. Consult a doctor if there is no improvement.
