Skin Infection Creams - Treatment for Various Skin Infections

Skin infection creams are topical medications used to treat various types of skin infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses.
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Available over the counter at pharmacies.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Skin Infection Creams FAQ

What medications are used to treat a skin infection?

These medications may include Vancocin (vancomycin), Zyvox (linezolid), Tygacil (tigecycline), Cubicin (daptomycin), and Teflaro (ceftaroline). If your skin infection is the result of a virus, you can use a variety of antiviral treatments.

What are the treatment options for a skin infection?

If your skin infection is the result of a virus, you can use a variety of antiviral treatments. Some options are Valtrex (valaciclovir), Zovirax (acyclovir), and Trans-Vers-Al (salicylic acid), In cases where your skin infection has led to the development of boils or abscesses, your provider may decide to drain the fluid from the inside.

Which antifungal cream is best for fungal skin rash?

Fungal skin rash. CANESTEN® Plus Antifungal Anti-Inflammatory Cream is a broad spectrum anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory cream. It contains two active ingredients; clotrimazole and hydrocortisone. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazole antifungals which are used to treat fungal skin infections.

What are antifungal creams used for?

Antifungal creams are topical medications used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch. Anyone can develop these fungal skin infections, and they are typically easy to treat with over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription-strength antifungal creams.

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