Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Oq Derm alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Oq Derm is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Oq Derm should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Oq Derm and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Oq Derm may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug. 

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oq Derm might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Oq Derm to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Oq Derm might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Oq Derm is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Oq Derm is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.