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Lotrimin
Rash Causes
How to Apply Lotrimin
Other Treatments
Rash Prevention
Lotrimin(clotrimazole) is anantifungal medicationthat can be purchased over the counter (OTC) or prescribed to treat certain fungal infections.
Lotrimin works against fungus, a common cause of diaper rash. Lotrimin is applied to the skin (topically) for this purpose.
Diaper rash, or diaper dermatitis, is a common skin problem that occurs under the diaper area.A diaper rash can cause the skin to become sore, red, tender, and scaly.In babies with darker skin, the affected area may lighten (called post-inflammatory hypopigmentation).
The treatment for diaper rash depends on what is causing the rash to occur. Adiaper rash due to yeastcan be treated with Lotrimin.
This article will provide more information about Lotrimin for diaper rash, other treatments, and how to prevent this skin problem.
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Lotrimin for Diaper Rash
Lotrimin is a brand-name drug that contains the active ingredient clotrimazole.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine and can be used to treat various types of fungal infections, such asringworm,jock itch,athlete’s foot, and diaper rash.
Under the recommendation of a healthcare provider, Lotrimin can be used for diaper rashes due to yeast.
What Causes Mild to Severe Diaper Rash?
Does Lotrimin Work?
One clinical trial studied two antifungals for diaper rash, noting that diaper dermatitis is the most common irritative skin problem among infants and often involvesCandidayeast.
The two antifungals studied were:
The study found both treatments to be safe and well-tolerated. Objectively, when looking under a microscope, 100% of cases were cured, regardless of which antifungal treatment was used.
Diaper rashes are most common between the ages of 4 and 15 months and are more prevalent after babies start eating solid foods.Rashes can also occur in adults who wear incontinence underwear.
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.
Causes of Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is usually a type ofcontact dermatitis, in which the skin is irritated and inflamed from coming into contact with urine and feces.
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.
Other causes of diaper rash may include:
Consult a healthcare provider for an appropriate diagnosis and treatment of a diaper rash.
Common Diaper Rash Types: How to Recognize and Treat Them
How to Apply Lotrimin for Diaper Rash
Other Treatments for Diaper Rash
In many cases, if you start treatment at the first signs of irritation, the diaper rash can heal within a few days. Some things you can do include:
Some cases of diaper rash may need other treatment, such as:
Bleeding With Diaper Rash: Remedies and Topicals to Try
Diaper Rash Prevention
Here are some tips for preventing diaper rash:
Summary
When left untreated, a diaper rash can turn into a yeast infection that spreads, which can be treated with topical antifungals like Lotrimin.
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