Ketoconazole 2% shampoo in pityriasis versicolor: an open trial.

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2003-03-24
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Pityriasis versicolor is a common superficial fungal infection caused by a lipophilic yeast. The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of ketoconazole 2% shampoo in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor, for which thirty patients were included. The shampoo was applied daily for 3 days and found to be very effective in clearing the signs and symptoms of the disease. There was no serious adverse effects.
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Rathi SK. Ketoconazole 2% shampoo in pityriasis versicolor: an open trial. Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology. 2003 Mar-Apr; 69(2): 142-3