I've been dealing with really itchy rashes and red patches for the last three days and its getting pretty frustrating. I'm using Zovirax tablets and Ocuvir cream, but I'm not sure if they're really helping. Should I be doing anything else, or could this be something more serious?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Stop taking the medication.U can use calasoft lotion for local application for 7 days and also tab allegra 120 mg bedtime orally for 5 days is advised to the patient.

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I'm dealing with hair loss and considering a hair transplant. Can you recommend some good oils or shampoos to help with baldness? Also, is Medipsa Hair Transplant in Jaipur a reliable clinic for the procedure? I want to make sure I choose the right products and a trustworthy place for the surgery.

Finasteride 5./. shampoo is advised to the patient.

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I've got this ringworm rash that's really itchy, and I'm not sure how to handle it. Should I be washing it with neem soap, using Dettol antiseptic, or is it okay to just use normal water? I'm a bit worried about what's the best approach here. What do you suggest?

Candid cream for local application is advised for 3 weeks, along with tab flucanozole 150 mg once a week for 2 weeks is advised to the patient.

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