Treatment of Tinea Versicolor

Topical Treatment Options

• Terbinafine 1% cream is an effective topical agent for tinea versicolor when applied once daily for 1-2 weeks 1
• Complete drying of affected areas after bathing is essential to prevent recurrence of tinea versicolor 1
• Using separate towels for drying the affected areas and other parts of the body helps reduce contamination and prevent recurrence of tinea versicolor 1

Systemic Treatment Options

• Ketoconazole, an oral antifungal, has been associated with a risk of hepatotoxicity, leading to its withdrawal in some countries, as noted by the British Journal of Dermatology 2