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Is terbinafine same anitfungal as butenafine? or from same group?is it better? can terbinafine be used for ringworm on chest and how many times a day?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ringworm of chest: Both antifungals are in the same group. You can use the antifungals twice a day

Answered 6/20/2014

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