Lotrimin works against fungus, a common cause of diaper rash.
Lotrimin is applied to the skin (topically) for this purpose.
The treatment for diaper rash depends on what is causing the rash to occur.
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Adiaper rash due to yeastcan be treated with Lotrimin.
Clotrimazole works by stopping fungi from growing.Many cases of diaper rash are because of yeast, or fungus.
Diaper rash that persists over several days may be brought on by a yeast calledCandida albicans.
The rash may look red, with red dots, and slightly raised.
Post-inflammatory hypopigmentation can occur in babies with darker skin.
Under the recommendation of a healthcare provider, Lotrimin can be used for diaper rashes due to yeast.
Does Lotrimin Work?
The two antifungals studied were:
The study found both treatments to be safe and well-tolerated.
The study noted that nystatin was the most common medication prescribed for diaper rash.
It was prescribed in 27% of healthcare provider visits.
Clotrimazole was the second most prescribed medication for diaper rash.
It was prescribed in 16% of healthcare provider visits.
The irritated skin looks red and shiny.
Skinfolds are not usually affected at this point.
ACandidayeast infection may develop if the contact dermatitis is not treated within several days.
When yeast is involved, the skin may appear deep red with patches outside the diaper area.
Skinfolds are usually affected.Some babies will also develop a yeast infection in the mouth.
This is calledoral thrush.
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