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Which antifungal treatments are recommended as first-line therapy for tinea capitis in children?
Answer
The provided UK guidelines (NICE CG153 on Psoriasis and CG57 on Atopic Eczema) do not contain specific recommendations for the first-line antifungal treatments for tinea capitis in children 1,2.
However, peer-reviewed literature indicates that various antifungal agents are used for the treatment of tinea capitis in children. For instance, a study compared itraconazole versus griseofulvin in the treatment of tinea capitis in children, suggesting both as relevant treatments ((López-Gómez et al., 1994)). Other literature reviews discuss the management strategies and treatment updates for tinea capitis ((Pomeranz and Sabnis, 2002); (Roberts and Friedlander, 2005)).
Key References
- CG153 - Psoriasis: assessment and management
- CG57 - Atopic eczema in under 12s: diagnosis and management
- (López-Gómez et al., 1994): Itraconazole versus griseofulvin in the treatment of tinea capitis: a double-blind randomized study in children.
- (Pomeranz and Sabnis, 2002): Tinea capitis: epidemiology, diagnosis and management strategies.
- (Roberts and Friedlander, 2005): Tinea capitis: a treatment update.
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