Question

A 30-year-old patient with plaque psoriasis covering 5% of body surface area complains of itching and scaling. According to NICE guidelines which first-line topical therapy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Potent topical corticosteroid once daily plus vitamin D analogue

Answer

Topical coal tar alone

Answer

Oral methotrexate immediately

Answer

Biologic therapy e.g. etanercept

Answer

Phototherapy for all mild cases

Practice question

A 30-year-old patient with plaque psoriasis covering 5% of body surface area complains of itching and scaling. According to NICE guidelines which first-line topical therapy is recommended?