Pulse therapy may be just as good as daily pills for Kids' scalp fungus
NCT ID NCT07184203
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares two treatment schedules for oral itraconazole in children aged 5 to 18 with tinea capitis (scalp ringworm). One group takes the drug daily, the other takes it in pulses (intermittent doses). Researchers will check cure rates using clinical exams, lab tests, and dermoscopy. The goal is to find out if pulse therapy works as well as daily therapy, potentially reducing side effects and improving convenience.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Itraconazole (oral antifungal drug)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that pulse therapy works as well as daily therapy, making treatment easier and safer for children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 120 participants. Results may not apply to all children, and itraconazole can cause side effects like liver issues or stomach upset.
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Faculty of Medicine
RECRUITINGAlexandria, Egypt