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No. If it's really ringworm, this is a fungal infection. Topical anti-fungal creams are available, and will do a lot more for you than alcohol. In some cases, ringworm is treated systemically, and the course of medicine you take will eventually take the infection down. Alcohol, on the other hand, may damage the already-damaged skin at the infection site, and should be avoided.
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Can rubbing alcohol kill ring worm?
Rubbing alcohol may help in disinfecting the affected area and reducing the risk of spreading ringworm, but it is not considered an effective treatment to kill the fungus causing ringworm. It is recommended to use antifungal treatments specifically designed for ringworm under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
Can elimite kill ringworm?
No. In spite of its name, ringworm is a fungus, not a worm/parasite. The treatment is antifungal medication, not antihelminthic medication.
Does UV light kill ringworm?
yes the UV light kills the fungus
Will rubbing alcohol get lice off of furniture?
Will rubbing alcohol kill lice on furniture
Can rubbing alcohol kill molds in carpet?
Rubbing alcohol will kill just about anything it comes in contact with. Apply liberally.
Can alcohol kill mold?
AnswerAlcohol (of at least a 60% solution) will kill all fungi, 99.9% of bacteria and many viruses, but does not kill spores. ANSWER:It doesn't kill as well as you would think it should on skin. It will however sweep it from one place on the skin to another. When you go to give blood, the nurse starts with an alcohol prep pad and makes a circle with it going outwards. This is because alcohol is not a sterilizer. Use Betadine on the skin or bleach on other surfaces to kill bacteria most effectively. If an item is immersed in alcohol, then it will kill most bacteria.
Does triple antibiotic cream cure ringworm?
No, ringworm is a fungus not a bacteria. It needs to be treated with a fungicidal. In fact, there is a small chance using triple antibiotic cream may make it worse since antibiotic creams are usually made to kill bacteria only. If you kill all the bacteria in the area, it may kill the fungus's (ringworm) competition and allow it to flourish.
Will rubbing alcohol kill your outdoor plants?
Yes, it can kill a plant within weeks. Do no try to water a plant with rubbing alcohol unless you expect to kill it.
Does rubbing alcohol kill botulism?
yes it does
Can hydrogen peroxide kill ringworm?
Hydrogen peroxide may be effective in killing ringworm, but it is not the most recommended treatment. Antifungal medications prescribed by a healthcare provider are usually more effective in treating ringworm infections. It's best to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment.
Does rubbing alcohol kill toenail fungas?
Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) can kill some bacteria and viruses, but it is not as effective against fungi such as toenail fungus. It is recommended to use antifungal treatments specifically designed for toenail fungus for effective results.
How much rubbing alcohol can kill you?
10 ounces
