Comparison of 5% Potassium Hydroxide With 10% Potassium Hydroxide Solution in Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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Molluscum is a virus-related skin infestation which is commonly seen among children. Molluscipox virus, the largest human virus, causes it. MC typically manifests as a single or multiple dome-shaped, shiny, pearly white papules with a central dimple. In immunocompetent individuals, spontaneous resolution usually occurs within 18 months; however, the lesion may persist for several years. Asymptomatic lesions are common. It is also linked to a high risk of transmission and an increasing prevalence in global populations1-2. Patients may receive therapy for social and cosmetic reasons, and also to avoid spreading disease to others. Numerous modalities are currently available, including Potassium hydroxide, curettage, cryotherapy, disinfected needle pricking, photodynamic therapy, laser, salicylic acid, glycolic acid etc3-4. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is a topical treatment for Molluscum contagiosum. Dermatologists routinely use potassium hydroxide (KOH) in varying concentrations to identify fungal elements. Because it is a strong alkali with keratolytic characteristics, variable concentrations given for management of MC. Because it is inexpensive and widely accessible, it has the potential to be a useful method for treating for MC in resource-constrained countries5-6. The purpose of this study is to examine two varied concentrations of Potassium hydroxide (5%-KOH vs 10%-KOH) among MC patients in order to determine the most effective KOH concentration to manage Molluscum Contagiosum among children.

Official Title
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Comparison of 5% Potassium Hydroxide With 10% Potassium Hydroxide Solution in Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum

Conditions
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Molluscum Contagiosum

Intervention / Treatment
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* Drug: potassium hydroxide


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria <100 lesions no therapy within the earlier one month Exclusion Criteria: known hypersensitivity and immunodeficiency

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 2 Years
Maximum Age: 14 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Treatment
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Active Comparator: Group A<br>patients in group A treated with 5% potassium hydroxide on every lesion once daily via cotton-tipped applicator for at least two weeks or till inflammatory manifestations | Drug: potassium hydroxide<br>* Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is a topical treatment for Molluscum contagiosum. Dermatologists routinely use potassium hydroxide (KOH) in varying concentrations to identify fungal elements. Because it is a strong alkali with keratolytic characteristics, variable concentrations given for management of MC.<br>|
| Active Comparator: group B<br>patients in group B treated with10% potassium hydroxide on every lesion once daily via cotton-tipped applicator for at least two weeks or till inflammatory manifestations | Drug: potassium hydroxide<br>* Potassium hydroxide (KOH) is a topical treatment for Molluscum contagiosum. Dermatologists routinely use potassium hydroxide (KOH) in varying concentrations to identify fungal elements. Because it is a strong alkali with keratolytic characteristics, variable concentrations given for management of MC.<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| . Efficacy was classified as follows: • complete remission (≥ 90% clearance of lesions) • partial remission (60-90% clearance of lesions) • insignificant improvement (<60% clearance of lesions) |  | 06 months | 

 Terms related to the study
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Keywords Provided by Centre Hospitalier Valida
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potassium hydroxide 5% and 10% lotion