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Tinea Capitis

Tinea capitis is the form of tinea that affects the scalp. It is a ringworm infection, not caused by a worm, and the fungus reaches into the hair follicle, so treatment is by mouth rather than a cream.

Fulvicin

Griseofulvin

250mg

Griseofulvin tablets for fungal infections of the scalp, skin and nails. It works from within, depositing into newly formed keratin to stop the fungus re-entering.

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Key points

  • Ringworm infections may present as scaly, dry, swollen or itchy patches on the scalp.
  • Griseofulvin is an antifungal that works against the dermatophyte fungi responsible for tinea capitis.

Common questions about tinea capitis

Which medicines are listed for tinea capitis?

The listed product is Fulvicin, containing griseofulvin in 250mg tablets. Griseofulvin is an antifungal that acts against the dermatophyte fungi causing tinea capitis.

Is tinea capitis the same as other ringworm infections?

Tinea capitis is one form of tinea, the group of ringworm infections. Other forms affect different body sites, such as the body or the feet. The scalp form is distinguished by the involvement of hair follicles.

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