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14 Treatments for Diaper Rash

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Antibiotics are prescribed for rashes caused by bacteria and impetigo. This may be a topical or oral formula, depending on the size of the area involved and the severity of the infection. Over-the-counter antifungal creams are often used to treat a rash resulting from yeast. If ...[read article]

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Tests for Diaper Rash

1. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
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Prescribed Medications for Diaper Rash

1. hydrocortisone topical(Westcort , others...) Close HYDROCORTISONE (hye droe KOR ti sone) is a corticosteroid. It is used on the skin to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. More
2. clotrimazole topical(Lotrimin , others...) Close CLOTRIMAZOLE (kloe TRIM a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
3. nystatin topical(Nystop , others...) Close NYSTATIN (nye STAT in) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
4. ketoconazole topical(Nizoral Topical , others...) Close KETOCONAZOLE (kee toe KON na zole) is an antifungal medicine. This cream is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
5. miconazole topical(Miconazole Nitrate ) MICONAZOLE (mi KON a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
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Over the Counter Medications for Diaper Rash

1. hydrocortisone topical(Cortizone-10 , others...) Close HYDROCORTISONE (hye droe KOR ti sone) is a corticosteroid. It is used on the skin to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. More
2. clotrimazole topical(Lotrimin , others...) Close CLOTRIMAZOLE (kloe TRIM a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
3. zinc oxide topical(Desitin , others...) Close ZINC OXIDE (zingk OX ide) is used to treat or prevent minor skin irritations such as burns, cuts, and diaper rash. Some products may be used as a sunscreen. More
4. ketoconazole topical(Nizoral A-D ) KETOCONAZOLE (kee toe KON na zole) is an antifungal medicine. This cream is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
5. miconazole topical(Monistat Derm , others...) Close MICONAZOLE (mi KON a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
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Self Care for Diaper Rash

1. Keep Skin Dry
2. Cleansing at Each Diaper Change
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Herbs and Supplements for Diaper Rash What's this?

1. Zinc Zinc has been used since ancient Egyptian times to enhance wound healing, although the usefulness of this approach is only partially confirmed by the clinical data ... More Efficacy Grade C
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