Treatment Plan

Treatment Plan

Infants:
• Emollients with infant brush for scalp
• Coconut/olive oil for cradle cap
• Topical imidazole’s (ketoconazole) for 4 weeks
• Mild topical corticosteroids for 2 weeks
Adults:
Scalp/Beard:
• Ketoconazole shampoo – apply two times a week for 4 weeks, then maintenance
every 1 to 2 weeks
• OTC anti-dandruff shampoo contains:
o Salicylic acid
o Coal tar
Face/Body:
• Ketoconazole cream (+ other Imidazole creams)
• Ketoconazole shampoo