Question 1

are there any otc ointment/creme that manages inflammation like corticosteroids do?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 1% Hydrocortisone is otc - but what are you using it for?

Question 2

best otc ointment for hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Maybe HC +Anesthetic: One's doctor first has to examine it to see if it is a hemorrhoid or something else. Hemorrhoids can be internal or external, or a person can have both. That's why there are hemorrhoidal treatments in both the suppository and the ointment forms. A primary care doctor, general surgeon, colo-rectal surgeon, or proctologist can help treat or remove hemorrhoids if symptoms are more than just mild.

Question 3

suffering from jockitch from last 4 years. doesn't itch. has weird smell. tried otc ointments. went to dermatologist. he prescribed oral itraconazole 200,oral terbenafine, oral ketoconazole till now with no effect. help!?

Accepted Answer

: Check back with your dermatologist or find another one. There's no way for a distant forum expert to judge this. You might investigate HealthTap's concierge option. Good luck.

Question 4

i had a septoplasty in 2008. the scab in my nostril still hasn't healed after trying a few otc ointments and petroleum jelly. 2 ents couldn't fix it.

Accepted Answer

Consider a biopsy: The chance that this is a cancer is very small, but certainly, in my practice, a skin or mucosa lesion that does not heal warrants a biopsy. This is a very minor office procedure that can be done with local anesthesia. Talk to your surgeon about this.

Question 5

what are some effective otc ointment or medicine for arthritis pain relief?

Accepted Answer

Menthol, capsaicin: If limited to over the counter ointments, some options include counterirritant products(menthol, camphor, eucalyptus oil), capsaicin, or ointments with salicylates. Some of the above ointments include icy hot, tiger balm, bengay, aspercreme, capsaicin.

There are other perscription options that should be discussed with your physician such as lidocain based patches, anti-inflamatory based ointments.

Question 6

is there an otc ointment as good as prescription topical steroids?

Accepted Answer

Wrong Question: Topical steroids do exist in ointment form but can only be prescribed by an eye md for appropriate indications and if steroids are indicated for ocular inflammation, there is no otc substitute.

Question 7

my son has diabetes and he has a 1" scrape on his foot. should we use otc ointment and wait or see a doc first?

Accepted Answer

Seek help: Foot infections in diabetics are potentially dangerous.  They need to be assessed face to face (face to foot?).  Might be a good opportunity to have a conversation with your doctor about what to look for in diabetic lower extremity wounds and about appropriate first aide.

Question 8

whats the best otc ointment to get rid of a bruise for a one-year-old babys face?

Accepted Answer

: You leave it alone. Nothing you put on the skin will penetrate deep enough to change the healing process. In Theory, moist heat applied to the area improves blood flow in the skin and would speed the recovery. However, I don't have a clue as to how you would get a 1-year-old to sit still for the process.

Question 9

suffering from jockitch from last 4 years. tried otc ointments. went to dermatologist. he prescribed oral itraconazole 200,oral terbenafine, oral ketoconazole till now with no effect. help!?

Accepted Answer

: It might not be 'jock itch' for you have not responded to the usual traetmen. Suggest consult at a reputable academic center. In the meantime you can try OTC Sulphur ointment to the  area. good luck

Question 10

what otc medicine/ointment/cream would be best for promoting healing for sutures?

Accepted Answer

: It's felt important to avoid dryness and thus a moisturizer like aquaphor is highly recommended. Some advocate applying a silicone product to minimize scarring.

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Are there any otc ointment/creme that manages inflammation like corticosteroids do?

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Best otc ointment for hemorrhoids?

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Suffering from jockitch from last 4 years. doesn't itch. has weird smell. tried otc ointments. went to dermatologist. he prescribed oral itraconazole 200,oral terbenafine, oral ketoconazole till now with no effect. help!?

A member asked:

I had a septoplasty in 2008. the scab in my nostril still hasn't healed after trying a few otc ointments and petroleum jelly. 2 ents couldn't fix it.

A member asked:

What are some effective otc ointment or medicine for arthritis pain relief?

A member asked:

Is there an otc ointment as good as prescription topical steroids?

A member asked:

My son has diabetes and he has a 1" scrape on his foot. should we use otc ointment and wait or see a doc first?

A member asked:

Whats the best otc ointment to get rid of a bruise for a one-year-old babys face?

A member asked:

Suffering from jockitch from last 4 years. tried otc ointments. went to dermatologist. he prescribed oral itraconazole 200,oral terbenafine, oral ketoconazole till now with no effect. help!?

A member asked:

What otc medicine/ointment/cream would be best for promoting healing for sutures?

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