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What is another treatment for ringworm besides canesten cream?

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Lotrimin (clotrimazole): Lotrimin (clotrimazole) is available OTC in most of US.A small amount applied to the leading edge 2X daily generally kills it.Failure to improve would make the diagnosis in doubt.

Answered 3/10/2019

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