Question 1

clotrimazole vs miconazole, which is better?

Accepted Answer

Similar antifungals: These medicines are quite similar, and often doctors use them interchangeably. The question as to 'what site' is involved may determine which product gets used. I have faith that either one would work fine for minor fungal infections. If these over the counter products don't help, then it's time to take it to the next level -call a doc. Infectious disease docs know the most about fungal infections

Question 2

is miconazole 2% stronger than lotrimin  and clotrimazole?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infections: Some studies have shown an advantage for Clotrimazole. See http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/360842.

Question 3

recurrent balanitis. tried clotrimazole and miconazole. symptoms persist and recur. been 7 months now. please advise.

Accepted Answer

Maybe not yeast: Clotrimazole and miconazole treat yeast infections, but yeast doesn't cause all balanitis. You might have a bacterial infection or just a problem of moisture and hygiene. If all else fails, sometimes circumcision is required to prevent recurrent balanitis, especially if you also have phimosis (restriction that prevents foreskin retraction). See your doctor.

Question 4

clotrimazole or miconazole for atheletes foot? thanks

Accepted Answer

Both are okay: Both are good and both are nonprescription.
There are many other need prescription.
Most cases of athlete's foot can be cured with over-the-counter antifungal products and basic good hygiene.

Question 5

i have a patch of scaly skin on my thigh. should i use clotrimazole or miconazole?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: Difficult to diagnose rashes without seeing them. If the rash is not red, crusty or with pus, most likely fungal or eczema. You could try the clotrimazole, but if it doesn't work, I'd try hydrocortisone. Of course, seeing a physician would be the best way to know for sure

Question 6

can clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate be taken with miconazole?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These can be used together

Question 7

what really makes ringworm go away? i've tried everything, clotrimazole, tolnaftate, miconazole nitrate creams & terbinafine hcl pills & its still here

Accepted Answer

Lamisil/Hydrocortiso: Use Lamisil (terbinafine) and apply to infected and normal skin 2 cm beyond affected area
each day for a period of one month. The first week pair this with Hydrocortisone 1% daily. If this fails to resolve the problem then best to be seen to consider other causes. You may need an oral antifungal if the topical regimen fails and the lesion is determined to truly be ringworm. Hope this helps.

Question 8

experienced discharge and itching/burning. completed monistat 3 (miconazole) ovules, but not all topical cream. discharge now gone, but mild burning of labia/vulva area remains. safe to use another otc? switch to tiaconazole or clotrimazole? or wait?

Accepted Answer

Topical Cream: Use  more topical cream. You did not complete the entire course of treatment so still having some symptoms.  Can repeat or use another topical antifungal. If not better need cultures/exam done through a pelvic exam/physical at a doctors office.

Question 9

my wife is in the first trimester and seems to have a yeast infection. is topical clotrimazole or miconazole safer to use? are they completely safe? are homeopathic creams like yeast-gard safe for use during pregnancy? are there natural remedies?

Accepted Answer

: They can be used in pregnancy, use the tablet form. Good luck.

Question 10

of the three, lotrimin, lamisil (terbinafine) and micatin, which is the best for treating scalp fungus?

Accepted Answer

Tinea capitis: If the fungal infection is more widespread and deeper, you may need to take oral antifungals. I have found that for tinea capitis topical antifungals usually do not help and so i usually tend to prescribe oral antifungal instead of wasting time during which time the infection will spread further.

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Clotrimazole vs miconazole

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Clotrimazole vs miconazole, which is better?

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Is miconazole 2% stronger than lotrimin and clotrimazole?

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Recurrent balanitis. tried clotrimazole and miconazole. symptoms persist and recur. been 7 months now. please advise.

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Clotrimazole or miconazole for atheletes foot? thanks

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I have a patch of scaly skin on my thigh. should i use clotrimazole or miconazole?

A member asked:

Can clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate be taken with miconazole?

A member asked:

What really makes ringworm go away? i've tried everything, clotrimazole, tolnaftate, miconazole nitrate creams & terbinafine hcl pills & its still here

A member asked:

Experienced discharge and itching/burning. completed monistat 3 (miconazole) ovules, but not all topical cream. discharge now gone, but mild burning of labia/vulva area remains. safe to use another otc? switch to tiaconazole or clotrimazole? or wait?

A member asked:

My wife is in the first trimester and seems to have a yeast infection. is topical clotrimazole or miconazole safer to use? are they completely safe? are homeopathic creams like yeast-gard safe for use during pregnancy? are there natural remedies?

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Of the three, lotrimin, lamisil (terbinafine) and micatin, which is the best for treating scalp fungus?

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