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My son was prescribed oxistat lotion 1% for a fungus. we'll run out before the refill's due. is there a good otc med we can use?

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Dr. Terry Brenneman answered

Lotrimen: If it's not getting better it probably is not a a fungus, but it would be safe to try an otc medicine like lotrimen or lamasil.

Answered 7/17/2013

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A member asked:

My son was prescribed oxistat lotion 1% for a fungus. we'll run out before the refill's due. is there a good otc med we can use?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Terry Brenneman answered

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