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A member asked:

I have cracked open skin between a crease in toe. poss. ath. foot? can i use any home remedy or anti fungal cream such as lamisil, (terbinafine) even on opened skin

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

When in doubt-Mix.: Mix the Lamisil (terbinafine) with a small amount of topical antibiotic (Neosporin).

Answered 8/28/2019

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