Itching like scabies

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Asked for Male, 29 Years

I went to local doctor for scabies and he gave me ITRACONAZOLE capsules...CLOTRIMAZOLE and BECLAMETHASANE lotion ...and levocetrizine dihydrochloride tab. Please tell me doc is this medicine assigned for scabies...which i doubt because i think scabies isn't fungal disease. Also I'm not having any infection. Pleased reply.

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Dr. Manas Chopra

Dermatologist 12 yrs exp Delhi

Hello dear. How do you know it's scabies and not fungal infection. I mean, the doctor (assuming a dermatologist/skin specialist) must have checked. If you want a second opinion, kindly consult online and share complete history and clear picture of the rash

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Dr. Richa Chopra Dermatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Richa Chopra

Dermatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi

The medicines are for fungal infection but there also an added steroid which you should avoid in fungal infections. I suggest you get a direct online consultation with pictures and detailed history for proper treatment

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Itching like scabies. Fungal disease.

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