Antifungal Creams Ringworm

In most cases, ringworm infections of the skin can be treated with antifungal creams or ointments. Antifungal cream can be found in several varieties. There are an assortment of active ingredients are available in these products. The active ingredients more commonly seen include miconazole, econazole, clotrimazole, and tioconazole. Another typical factor found in most antifungal creams is that it contains a second active ingredient to reduce itching. There are several products available without a prescription. A nonprescription antifungal cream with miconazole or clotrimazole is an option of the available choices. Some of the brand names include Micatin, Tinactin, Monistat, and Lotrimin. Terbinafine cream is also available without a prescription. Another highly effective cream is sold under the All Stop brand and is also available without a prescription.

When using an antifungal cream to treat ringworm first wash the infected area with soap and water, remove flaky skin, and dry thoroughly. For large areas of blistered sores, use compresses to soothe and dry out the blisters. Apply antifungal cream beyond the edge or border of the fungal infection.  The directions on the package should be followed. Continue using the medicine even if your symptoms go away. Treatment will probably need to be continued for at least 2 to 4 weeks.

Sharing antifungal cream is not suggested. If you share antifungal creams ringworm infections can be passed to someone else.  Do not touch the tube of medicine unless your hands are clean. Care should be used when applying antifungal cream on yourself or other people. This is recommended to avoid transferring the infection to other areas of the body and to other people. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying.  The best way is to squeeze out the amount of cream needed on a tissue, this way the medicine is not contaminated.  Something else to keep in mind if you use creams regularly is to check the expiration date to make sure the medication is still good.

To prevent ringworm from returning after treatment, apply talcum or other drying powder to the affected area on a daily basis.  After having tried your choice of topical antifungal creams ringworm symptoms should be alleviated. If the infection is widespread, prescription antifungal pills may be the next option.

When suffering from both athlete’s foot and ringworm affecting both of the groin and legs, both infections should be treated.  This will prevent re-infection from recurring in the legs or groin.   With athlete’s foot fungus, use caution when putting on underclothing to keep from spreading it to the groin area.  In most cases the infection can easily be eliminated with antifungal creams, ringworm is no exception.