The menace of fixed drug combination containing salicylic acid, dithranol, and coal tar in superficial dermatophytosis – A case series
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Superficial dermatophytic infections in the present scenario require a prolonged antifungal therapy due to chronicity and high recurrence. The rampant misuse of topical agents such as topical steroids, dithranol, coal tar, and salicylic acid, designed for different dermatological conditions, has led to the present disaster. Awareness of avoidance of self-medication along with an early diagnosis, discontinuation of the topical agent, and proper antifungal therapy is a dire need of today. We report seven cases of superficial dermatophytosis modified by the application of the fixed drug combination containing dithranol, salicylic acid, and coal tar.
Source: Indian Journal of Skin Allergy
DOI: 10.25259/ijsa_8_2025
Authors: Ayesha Sitam, Priyadarshini Mishra, Prajnajit Tripathy, Nibedita Patro
Institution: Hi-Tech Medical College & Hospital
Language: English
Topic: Nail Diseases and Treatments
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4417523403