Question

A 28-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting elbows and knees (5 % BSA). According to NICE, which topical therapy should be offered first-line?

Accepted Answer

Calcipotriol ointment BD for 4 weeks

Answer

Potent topical corticosteroid monotherapy OD for 8 weeks

Answer

Coal tar preparation BD

Answer

Emollients only

Answer

Systemic methotrexate

Practice question

A 28-year-old man has chronic plaque psoriasis affecting elbows and knees (5 % BSA). According to NICE, which topical therapy should be offered first-line?