Clotrimazole
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Prevention
You can prevent most Candida infections by keeping your skin clean and dry, by using antibiotics only as your doctor directs, and by following a healthy lifestyle with proper nutrition. People with diabetes should try to keep their blood sugar under tight control.
If you have HIV or another cause of recurrent episodes of thrush, antifungal drugs such as clotrimazole (Lotrimin, Mycelex) can help to minimize flares.
Treatment
Treatment of candidiasis varies, depending on the...
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Tinea versicolor
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Pityriasis versicolorTreatmentTreatment consists of applying antifungal medicines to the skin. These medications include clotrimazole, ketoconazole,... Read more »
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Dermatophytid; TineaTreatmentTo care for ringworm:Keep your skin clean and dry.Apply over-the-counter antifungal or drying powders, lotions, or... Read more »
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