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What Is Ringworm?

Comprehensive information for you or a loved one — including treatment options and discounts on popular medications.

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection. Symptoms include itchy, red, scaly, and dry skin. The rash is usually ring-shaped.

Common drug classes used to treat ringworm are allylamine antifungals, azole antifungals, azole antifungal / corticosteroid combinations, quinolone antibiotic / corticosteroid combinations, corticosteroids, hydroxypyridone antifungals, and tubulin inhibitors.

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