subject: Treatment Of Ringworm To The Different Body Parts Of Humans [print this page] Each body part that developed a ringworm infection has a respective name and they were classified into 8 types that are listed as follows:
1. Tinea pedis (foot) - the ringworm is found in the foot that was caused by Trichophyton. Other parts of the feet like the soles, toes and nails are experiencing itchiness, redness ad swelling in the form of a patch or wound.
- Medications:
o Miconazole - this is an antifungal, antiparasitic and antibacterial drug that is available in cream, lotion, tablet, tincture and spray. Its multipurpose action destroys the formation of dermatophyte which is good in the treatment of ringworm in humans.
Application: The most common that is being bought by many is the cream. Cream should be applied 2 times daily which is morning and evening.
Dosage: 15g, 1oz. and 3 oz. mini tube.
Side effects: allergic contact dermatitis, minor irritation accompanied by burning sensation.
Precautions: Avoid the cream to come near into the eyes.
o Ketoconazole (Nizoral) - is an antifungal component in giving ringworm treatment in humans. It is available in cream, tablet and in shampoo.
Application: A 200mg tablet is to be taken once a day only by adults. For severe cases, 2 tablets are needed. A 3.3 to 6.6 mg/kg of tablet is being given to children over 2 years old.
Dosage: 200 mg tablet.
Side effects: Nausea and vomiting together with an abdominal pain are the usual body reactions of some patients that are using the drug.
Precautions: It has some adverse reactions to some people who are allergic to the drug or is complicated to the status or situation of the patient. Here are the lists of people that must be aware of the complications of the drug that may affect them.
o Women who are breastfeeding - the drug might mix on milk that is being discharged from the mother's breast which is taken by the baby.
o Pregnant Women - the drug has some chemical components that may harm the baby inside the mother's body. The fetus might
o Itraconazole (Sporanox) - it is commonly used in treating fungal infections.
Application: A dose of 300mg twice a day is recommended.
Dosage: 100mg
Side effects: The most common adverse reactions are nausea and vomiting together with minor skin rashes around the affected area in treating ringworm in humans.
Precautions: A doctor's advice is needed in persons with some serious disorders such as kidney trouble, liver disease and heart failures for these diseases may have a contraindication to the chemical component of the medicine that may lead to other health threatening problems.
2. Tinea faciei (face) - the ringworm spreads anywhere around the face such as ears, eyes, beard and cheeks.
- Medications:
o Butenafine (Mentax) - it is a topical cream that is also used in treating various skin problems including ringworm.
Application: Applied on skin twice daily up to 7 days.
Dosage: 15g and 30g mini tube
Side effects: A stinging or burning sensation in the affected area.
Precautions: For external use only. Avoid the eyes and vagina.
o Oxiconazole (Oxistat) - has an antifungal component that is being used in the treatment of ringworm in humans.
Application: Use once or 2 times daily for about a week.
Dosage: 15g, 30g and 60g in mini tube.
Side effects: Allergic reactions such as contact dermatitis, rashes and stinging. Effect varies to skin's sensitivity to the drug.
Precautions: Discontinue use if there are some adverse reactions on patients using this drug. Avoid contact with the eyes.
The above list of different medications in treating ringworm in humans whether its cream, lotion, shampoo etc. are also applicable to Tinea barbae (ringworms found in beard, face, neck), Tinea capitis (ringworm in scalp), Tinea corporis (ringworm to any parts of the body), Tinea cruris (ringworm found in groin), Tinea manus (ringworm found in hands) and Tinea unquiet (ringworm found in nails).
