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Diaper creams and ointments are considered a medication. Homemade or herbal remedies are not accepted.

, miconazole, clotrimazole and ketaconazole are commonly used medicines for the treatment of diaper rashes caused by yeast. and bacitracin are commonly prescribed for the treatment of bacterial skin infections in the diaper area.

The best treatment for diaper rash is to keep your baby's skin as clean and dry as possible. If the rash doesn't go away with home treatment, your health care provider might suggest: A mild (0.5% to 1%) hydrocortisone (steroid) cream twice a day for 3 to 5 days. An antifungal cream, if your baby has a fungal infection.

Prescription treatments for diaper rash Prescription medications that your provider may recommend for diaper rash include: Antifungal creams, such as or miconazole. Antibacterial ointments, such as () Steroid creams, such as hydrocortisone or .

Keep in mind that creams and ointments such as diaper rash cream, sunscreen, and insect repellent are also considered medications.