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Ringworm of the Skin. In most cases, you can treat ringworm of the skin with antifungal creams or ointments. Many are available without a prescription. Use a nonprescription antifungal cream with miconazole or clotrimazole in it. Brand names include Micatin, Mycelex, and Tinactin. Terbinafine cream (Lamisil) is also available without a prescription. 1  Wash the rash with soap and water, and dry thoroughly. 2  Apply antifungal cream beyond the edge or border of the rash. 3  Follow the directions on the package.  If symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks, call your doctor.
Some forms of ringworm can be treated with non-prescription (âover-the-counterâ) medications, but other forms of ringworm need treatment with prescription antifungal medication. Ringworm on the skin like athleteâs foot (tinea pedis) and jock itch (tinea cruris) can usually be treated with non-prescription antifungal creams, lotions, or powders applied to the skin for 2 to 4 weeks. For non-prescription creams, lotions, or powders, follow the directions on the package label.