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scalp
Types: Non-inflammatory type and the severe
done routinely
It is preferred to use both systemic and
topical treatment
Oral – Griseofulvin 125, 250 or 500mg od or
brownish or yellow
May become soft or brittle with roughening of
topical
Duration also depends on the region affected
For Onychomycosis
Griseofulvin 20-25 /kg/day PO for 8 - 12
weeks
Itraconazole 3-5 /kg/day PO for 4-6 weeks
Terbinafine 3-6 /kg/day PO for 4-8 weeks
Candidiasis refers to a group of infections
caused by Candida albicans or by other
members of the genus
These organisms typically infect the skin,