Econazole

The Basics

What is Econazole?

Used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm.

Brand names for Econazole

Spectazole

How Econazole is classified

Antifungal Agents, Anti-Infective Agents

Econazole During Pregnancy

Econazole pregnancy category

Category CNote that the FDA has deprecated the use of pregnancy categories, so for some medications, this information isn’t available. We still think it’s useful to list historical info, however, given what a common proxy this has been in the past.

What we know about taking Econazole while pregnant

N/A

Taking Econazole While Breastfeeding

What are recommendations for lactation if you're taking Econazole?

Topical econazole has not been studied during breastfeeding. Because less than 1% is absorbed after topical application, it is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1] Avoid application to the nipple area and ensure that the infant’s skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

Maternal / infant drug levels

Topical econazole has not been studied during breastfeeding. Because less than 1% is absorbed after topical application, it is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1] Avoid application to the nipple area and ensure that the infant’s skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

Possible effects of Econazole on milk supply

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Possible alternatives to Econazole

Clotrimazole, Miconazole.