Question

A 40-year-old male presents with silver scaly plaques on extensor surfaces, including elbows and knees. According to NICE, what is the recommended first-line topical treatment?

Accepted Answer

Topical vitamin D analogue and a potent topical corticosteroid in combination

Answer

Potent topical corticosteroid alone

Answer

Coal tar preparations alone

Answer

Topical vitamin D analogues alone

Answer

Oral methotrexate

Practice question

A 40-year-old male presents with silver scaly plaques on extensor surfaces, including elbows and knees. According to NICE, what is the recommended first-line topical treatment?