She is 15 with seb derm and belpharitis
Thank you Jasper, back to the dermatologist Thursday so I'll ask them. It can take a while to find what works
I was prescribed ketoconazole cream for my eyebrow seb derm and it didn't cause irritation for me, for whatever that's worth. Wouldn't say it was super effective, but it helped some.
Thank you, I wil check them out. She uses Elidel which is normally pretty good but it doesn't help with the yeast aspect.
er trying creams with clotrimazole or miconazole, as they are effective antifungal options that may be less drying. It's best to consult a healthcare provider for personalized recommendations based on your daughter's specific needs.
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Alternatives to Daktarin for Antifungal Treatment
If Daktarin is causing dryness for your daughter, there are several other antifungal creams that may be more suitable. Here are some options:
Recommended Antifungal Creams
CREAM NAME ACTIVE INGREDIENT COMMON USES NOTES
Clotrimazole Clotrimazole Treats athlete's foot, jock itch, and yeast infections Available over-the-counter (OTC)
Miconazole Miconazole Effective for skin and yeast infections Also available OTC, gentle on skin
Ketoconazole Ketoconazole Treats seborrheic dermatitis and fungal infections Available in cream, foam, or shampoo form
Terbinafine Terbinafine Commonly used for athlete's foot and ringworm Available OTC, effective for skin infections
Econazole Econazole Treats various fungal skin infections Prescription may be required
Tips for Use
Moisturize: If dryness occurs, consider applying a gentle moisturizer after the antifungal cream.
Consult a Healthcare Provider: If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and recommendations.
Follow Instructions: Always use the cream as directed on the packaging or by a healthcare professional.
These alternatives may help manage the fungal infection while minimizing dryness
What antifungal creams can help with seborrheic dermatitis on eyebrows and ears without causing dryness?
If Daktarin is drying out your daughter's skin, there are several other antifungal options to discuss with her dermatologist:
Alternative antifungal creams
* Ketoconazole (brands like Nizoral, Extina) - available as Show Full Answer