Selenium sulfide is indicated for treating –
Correct Answer: Tinea versicolor
Description: Pityriasis versicolor or Tinea versicolor is a superficial infection of the skin caused by Malassezia furfur (Pityrosporum orbiculare). -Drugs for T. versicolor - Topical - Selenium sulfide, salicylic acid, solution containing sulfur, terbinafine cream. Oral - Ketoconazole. Tinea corporis: Oral terbinafine or itraconazole are the drugs of choice for treatment. The antifungal drugs recommended depends upon the type of candidiasis: Cutaneous candidiasis or oral thrush - drug of choice is topical azole Esophageal and vulvovaginal candidiasis - drug of choice is oral fluconazole Disseminated candidiasis - drug of choice is Amphotericin B
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