I've been dealing with ringworm and it's really stubborn. Plus, there's this annoying dinaay and khujli that's just driving me up the wall! Can you recommend the best medicine or ointment to help clear this up? I'm really hoping to find something effective because it's becoming a real hassle.

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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You can use Terbinafine (brand name Lamisil) tablets 250mg once daily for 2-4 weeks. Additionally, you can apply Clotrimazole (brand name Lotrimin) cream twice daily on the affected area for 2-4 weeks. Make sure to keep the affected area clean and dry to help with the healing process.

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There are many treatment modalities to get rid of skin tags visit dermatologist for a better management.

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