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13.2 – Infections of the skin
See NHS Somerset
Infection Management
for guidelines on infection management.
Therapeutic Area
Formulary Choices
Cost for 28
(unless otherwise stated)
Rationale for decision / comments
Antibacterials
Fusidic acid is non-formulary to minimise resistance associated with topical use and reserve for intravenous use only.
Oxytetracycline and hydrocortisone as
Terra-cortril®
3% and 1% ointment £5.01 (30g)
Antifungals
Amorolfine
5% medicated nail lacquer: £8.25 (5ml)
FLAMMABLE Do not use near an open flame, a lit cigarette or some devices (e.g. hair dryers).
Clotrimazole
- suitable for self-care
1% cream: £1.24 (20g), £3.10 (50g)
Miconazole
- suitable for self-care
2% cream: £1.82 (30g)
Terbinafine
- suitable for self-care
1% cream: £1.49 (15g), £2.98 (30g)
Antivirals
Aciclovir
- suitable for self-care
5% cream: £2.16 (2g), £10.79 (10g)