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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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research British A ssociation of D ermatologists' guidelines for the management of tinea capitis 2014
Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
research Terbinafine levels in serum, stratum corneum, dermis-epidermis (without stratum corneum), hair, sebum and eccrine sweat.
Terbinafine quickly builds up in skin and hair, staying effective for over 3 weeks.
research New Antifungal Agents and New Formulations Against Dermatophytes
New topical antifungals and delivery systems are improving treatment for fungal skin infections, but patient education and prevention are key.
research Pediatric Tinea Capitis
Children with scalp fungal infections need proper diagnosis and treatment, usually with antifungal medications, and newer drugs may offer quicker recovery.
research Superficial fungal infections
Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My boyfriend’s scalp has white spots all over.
White spots on a bald scalp, likely tinea versicolor, can be treated with ketoconazole or selenium sulfide shampoos like Selsun Blue. Consulting a dermatologist is recommended for proper diagnosis and treatment.
community 1mg oral fin and 1.25mg oral min every night and ketoconazole shampoo once or twice a week based on scalp condition.
The user is using 1mg oral finasteride, 1.25mg oral minoxidil nightly, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly for hair loss, reporting no side effects. They self-prescribed after inconsistent use of topical minoxidil, using Lonitab from Intas pharmaceutical.
community Malassezia safe topical treatments?
The user is seeking Malassezia-safe treatments for hair loss and currently uses a baby shampoo, a scalp tonic with antifungal ingredients, and aloe gel. They consider using Kirkland Minoxidil 5% drops and possibly consulting a doctor about Finasteride.
community Dermatologist prescribed Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% lotion for hair loss.
A user noticed increased hair loss and was prescribed Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05% lotion by a dermatologist. Another user suggested changing doctors and asking for finasteride instead.
community Dermatitis and Nizoral
A 27-year-old male experienced hair loss and dermatitis, which improved with tea tree oil and neem extract. He is considering using a 2% Ketoconazole solution for further treatment.