Question 1

can i use mupirocin 2% to treat ringworm?

Accepted Answer

No: Ringworm is caused by a fungus. Mupirocin kills only bacteria.  You need an antifungal.

Question 2

will bactroban (mupirocin) work on ringworm?

Accepted Answer

No: No, bactroban (mupirocin) is an antibacterial, and ringworm is caused by fungus.

Question 3

can bactroban (mupirocin) topical cure ringworm?

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No: True ringworm is caused by a fungal infection.  Bactroban (mupirocin) is a topical antibiotic that works well for bacterial infections, but is not helpful for fungal infections.  You can try over the counter Miconazole products, but may need to see your dermatologist for a prescription anti fungal.

Question 4

can i use bactroban (mupirocin) to treat ringworm?

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No: True "ringworm" is caused by a fungal infection.  Bactroban (mupirocin) is a topical antibiotic that works well for bacterial infections, but is not helpful for fungal infections.  You can try over the counter Miconazole products, but may need to see your dermatologist for a prescription anti fungal.

Question 5

can i use mupirocin ointment usp 2% on ringworm?

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No: Mupirocin is active against bacteria and ringworm is caused by fungal infection.  topical 'azole' or terbinafine would be more effective.

Question 6

what to do 4 ring worm?

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Make sure: Some other rashes may look like ringworm. If you're sure that's what it is, try otc antifungal products like lamisil, (terbinafine) lotrimin, etc. If it doesn't clear within 2 weeks, see a doctor.

Question 7

what should you do for ring worm?

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Terbinafine cream: Should work, if that's what you've got.

Question 8

is ring worm contagious?

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Possibly: "Ring worm" is a common lay term for a fungal infection of the skin. Spores from the fungus are acquired by contact with a source; including animals,humans,or the environment. Once they get on your skin, they live on the surface old skin and tend to spread in a ring. The spores can be shed and acquired or pass by direct contact. Treatment cuts down on spore production and  ability to spread.

Question 9

treatment for ring worm?

Accepted Answer

Various: Ringworm is caused by skin fungus.  Some cases of ringworm are caused by the same fungus that cause athlete's foot. 
For many cases of ringworm on the arms, legs or torso, creams or ointments will get rid of the skin yeast.  For widespread cases or for ringworm in the scalp tablets are used.

Question 10

ring worm, can i use selsun ?

Accepted Answer

No: Selsun works for tinea versicolor, but not tinea  corporis (ringworm).

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