A 58-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting 8% BSA. What is recommended first-line topical regimen?...

Question

A 58-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting 8% BSA. What is recommended first-line topical regimen?

Accepted Answer

Potent steroid plus vitamin D analogue once daily for up to 4 weeks then weekend steroid

Answer

Potent topical steroid continuous daily for 12 weeks

Answer

Vitamin D analogue alone once daily

Answer

Coal tar only

Answer

Systemic methotrexate first-line

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Chronic plaque psoriasis