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Azoles for Ringworm of the Skin
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Cream or lotion (topical, applied directly to the skin)
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Azoles are a class of antifungals used to treat Reference ringworm of the skin Opens New Window.
Clotrimazole/betamethasone (Lotrisone), a combination antifungal and Reference corticosteroid Opens New Window, is sometimes used to treat ringworm that is burning, itchy, and inflamed. Use this prescription medicine with caution, because complications can arise with long-term use of corticosteroids.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: March 21, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology |
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