A 40-year-old man presents with a intensely itchy rash primarily affecting his finger webs, wrists, elbows, and belt line. Examination reveals small e...

Question

A 40-year-old man presents with a intensely itchy rash primarily affecting his finger webs, wrists, elbows, and belt line. Examination reveals small erythematous papules, some linear burrows, and excoriations. His partner has developed a similar itchy rash. What is the most appropriate first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Permethrin 5% cream

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Hydrocortisone 1% cream

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Oral antihistamines (e.g., cetirizine)

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Oral flucloxacillin

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Crotamiton cream

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