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Is ringworm medicine available over the counter?
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Yes, available: Ringworm (tinea corporis fungal skin infection) can be treated with an over-the-counter anti-fungal cream such as lotrimin (clotrimazole) af, which is also available in generic form.
Answered 10/1/2011
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Yes: Ringworm is caused by tinea or fungus. Many topical antifungal creams are available over the counter such as clotrimazole, ketoconazole, and terbinafine.
Answered 6/10/2014
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