Comparing two oral antifungals for stubborn ringworm
Treatments studied
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This trial compares two oral medications, fluconazole and itraconazole, to see which works better for treating ringworm that hasn't cleared up with topical creams. If you've had ringworm for at least 6 months despite using antifungal creams, this study may help find a more effective treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old
- You have ringworm that has lasted for 6 months or more even after using antifungal creams
- A skin scraping test has confirmed the presence of fungus
- You have not taken any oral antifungal medication in the last 3 months
- You have not used antibiotics for a skin infection in the last month
- You do not have a condition like diabetes or cancer that weakens the immune system
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study compares two treatments for a common fungal skin infection called tinea (ringworm). One group gets itraconazole alone, the other gets itraconazole plus isotretinoin. The goal is to see which approach clears the infection faster, safer, and with a higher cure rate.
This study tests a new type of injection treatment for stubborn ringworm (tinea) infections that haven't improved with standard pills or creams. It aims to see if this immunotherapy works better for hard-to-treat cases, especially when the fungus might be resistant to usual medicines.
This study is looking at hard-to-treat fungal skin infections to see what they look like under a microscope and under special skin imaging (dermoscopy). It may help find better ways to treat these stubborn infections.
This study compares two treatments—itraconazole pills and ketoconazole shampoo—for moderate to severe dandruff on the scalp. It aims to find which works better for teens aged 14–17.
This study tests a medicine called voriconazole (an oral antifungal) for people whose ringworm infections on the groin or trunk have not responded to standard treatments. If you qualify, you would take this medicine to see if it can clear the infection.
This trial compares taking itraconazole continuously versus in pulses (with breaks) to treat tinea capitis (a fungal scalp infection) in children. It aims to find which method works better and is safer.
Hear when a new Tinea Corporis trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.