Pityriasis versicolor: a review of pharmacological treatment options

Abstract

Pityriasis versicolor is a common disorder of the skin, which is characterised by scaly hypo- or hyperpigmented lesions on the body. The lipophilic yeast, Malassezia, is considered to be the aetiological agent of this disease. A number of treatment options, both topical and systemic, have been shown to be effective. A critical evaluation of treatment options is presented.

• antifungal
• Malassezia
• pityriasis versicolor