Griseofulvin and Fluconazole Reduce Transmission of Tinea Capitis in Schoolchildren

ConclusionsNo statistically significant differences were found between treatment groups. Griseofulvin and fluconazole reduced the potential for disease transmission in children with TC, with griseofulvin being more effective for M. canis infections, although children with TC may be potentially contagious even after up to 3 weeks of treatment. These data should be considered regarding school attendance of children with TC.

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Source: Pediatric Dermatology - July 1, 2015 Category: Dermatology Authors: Avner Shemer, Marcello H. Grunwald, Aditya K. Gupta, Anna Lyakhovitsky, Carlton Ralph Daniel, Boaz Amichai Tags: Original Article Source Type: research