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Ringworm facts
- Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin and is not due to a worm.
- The medical term for ringworm is tinea. The condition is further named for the site of the body where the infection occurs.
- Ringworm causes a scaly, crusted rash that may itch.
- Ringworm can be successfully treated with antifungal medications used either topically or orally.
What does the term ringworm mean?
The term ringworm or ringworms refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin. The name is derived from the early belief that the infection was due to a worm, which it is not. Ringworm is a fungal infection in the skin. Nevertheless, the name ringworm remains. Some of these fungi produce round spots on the skin, but many do not. On the other hand, many round, red spots on the skin are not due to a fungal infection. A physical examination of the affected s...
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OVERDOSE
In the event of accidental overdosage, supportive measures, including gastric lavage with sodium bicarbonate, should be employed.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Coadministration of terfenadine or astemizole with ketoconazole tablets is contraindicated. (See BOX WARNING, WARNINGS, and PRECAUTIONS sections.)
Concomitant administration of NIZORAL® (ketoconazole) Tablets with cisapride is contraindicated. (See BOX WARNING, WARNINGS, and PRECAUTIONS sections.)
Concomitant administration of NIZORAL® (ketoconazole) Tablets with oral triazolam is contraindicated. (See PRECAUTIONS section.)
NIZORAL® (ketoconazole) is contraindicated in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to the drug.
Last reviewed on RxList: 4/20/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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