Pulse or daily? new study seeks best way to cure Kids' scalp fungus

NCT ID NCT07184203

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study compares two treatment schedules (daily vs pulse therapy) of the antifungal drug itraconazole for children aged 5 to 18 with tinea capitis (scalp ringworm). The goal is to find which approach works better to cure the infection, using skin exams, lab tests, and dermoscopy. 120 participants will be enrolled at Alexandria University.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Faculty of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Alexandria, Egypt

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