This medication is used to treat skin fungal infections such as athlete's foot and jock itch. Undecylenic acid is a fatty acid that works by preventing the growth of fungus. This product should not be used to treat fungal infections of the scalp or nails.

If you want to get rid of a toenail fungus quickly, the best thing to do is to see a doctor for prescription medication such as fluconazole (Diflucan). Natural remedies may be able to relieve your symptoms, but there isn't certainty that they will work, and even if they do, it will likely take longer.

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) A study in Mycopathologia found that sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, does have antifungal abilities when used on the skin. To make a foot soak, mix about a half cup of baking soda in a large bucket or basin of warm water. Soak feet for 15 to 20 minutes, twice a day.

The 7 Best Natural Remedies for Toenail Fungus (and 2 to Avoid)

1. Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash - Original Flavor.
2. Vicks VapoRub.
3. Nail Trimming.
4. Ozonized Sunflower Oil.
5. Tea Tree Oil.
6. Garlic.
7. Kerasal.

Antifungal medication If the treatment is working, you should see a new healthy nail start to grow from the base of nail over the course of a few months. The old infected nail should begin to grow out and can be gradually clipped away.

After washing and drying your feet, apply an antifungal product. The antifungal terbinafine (Lamisil AT) has been shown to be very effective. Another option is clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF). You may need to experiment to find the product and formulation - ointment, gel, cream, lotion, powder or spray - that work for you.

Oral antifungal drugs. These drugs are often the first choice. One option is itraconazole (Sporanox). These drugs help a new nail grow free of infection, slowly replacing the infected part. You typically take this type of drug daily for 6 to 12 weeks.

Undecylenic Acid works by inhibiting the growth of fungus in and around the toenail bed. What's more, it's used to treat skin conditions such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.

The key to getting rid of foot fungus is to keep your feet clean and dry, treat the infected area with an antifungal medication, and maintain good overall foot hygiene.

After washing and drying your feet, apply an antifungal product. The antifungal terbinafine (Lamisil AT) has been shown to be very effective. Another option is clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF). You may need to experiment to find the product and formulation - ointment, gel, cream, lotion, powder or spray - that work for you.

Oral antifungal drugs. These drugs are often the first choice. One option is itraconazole (Sporanox). These drugs help a new nail grow free of infection, slowly replacing the infected part. You typically take this type of drug daily for 6 to 12 weeks.

Some patients prefer and swear by more natural antifungal treatments. The most common remedies include having a diet high in fiber and protein and low in yeast, grain, and sugar, using vinegar, cornmeal, baking soda and essential oils including oregano, lavender, coconut, tea tree, olive leaf, and orange.