A 28-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting elbows and knees (5 % BSA). According to NICE, which topical therapy should be offered first-...

Question

A 28-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting elbows and knees (5 % BSA). According to NICE, which topical therapy should be offered first-line?

Accepted Answer

Calcipotriol ointment BD for 4 weeks

Answer

Potent topical corticosteroid monotherapy OD for 8 weeks

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Coal tar preparation BD

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Emollients only

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Systemic methotrexate

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Chronic Plaque Psoriasis

A 28-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting elbows and knees (5 % BSA). According to NICE, which topical therapy should be offered first-line?