In vitro assessment of a combination therapy of abametapir and flavesone as a novel topical single-dose scabies treatment

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Deepani D. Fernando, Gangi R. Samarawickrama, Nirupama A. Nammunige, Günter Härtel, Vern Bowles, Katja Fischer
DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2026.01.019
Cited by: 2
References: 5

Abstract

Scabies is a highly contagious skin disease with an estimated global annual prevalence of 400 million. The World Health Organisation listed scabies as a neglected tropical disease in 2017, requesting to improve diagnosis, surveillance, and treatments.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dermatological diseases and infestations Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects Nail Diseases and Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
94
Issue
5
Pages
1541–1543
Publication date
21 January 2026
Language
EN