Fungal Questions

What is mupirocin ointment used for?

Does mupirocin ointment help skin staff infection skin fungal infection

What do I need to know about Drug Interactions?

Anti-fungal Creams: OTC vs prescription?

I had a fungal infection (ringworm) on the back of my hands and began using OTC 1% clotrimazole for 1 month. That didn't work and my doctor prescribed me 2% ketoconazole. Within 1 week, the infection subsided dramatically. Why is ketoconazole prescribed? Is it a stronger anti-fungal cream?... read more

Jock Itch

Is triamcinolone acetonide an anti-fungal?

I've used fluocinonide 0.05 for years. Now my HMO allowed triamcinolone acetonide. I have constant itchy skin eruptions, scalp itch and brittle hair with hair loss. Is triamcinolone going to address these issues?

I took fluconazole this morning at 9am. Now I'm having moderate discharge ( white creamy ). Is that?

... the anti-fungal doing what it's supposed to do? I didn't know I had a yeast infection, it looked semi clear so I took it as normal vaginal discharge. I'm highly active (gym everyday) I eat well One sexual partner No diabetes Often in leggings or skinny jeans Have seen this... read more

I'm taking fluconazole for sinus fungal infection. On day 8, 6 more to go?

... I don't think it's going to be cured by then as it seems to be very slowly working. Anyone have experience with this and how long did it take? What else seemed to work?

Take 3 tablets by mouth for five days?

Prednisone